Management Accountant

Connected Finance is recruiting a Management Accountant on behalf of our client, a diverse and fast-growing group of businesses based in Chesterfield

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to join a passionate, close-knit team and gain exposure to a genuinely varied group of businesses.

The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in the financial management of the business, preparing accurate management accounts, maintaining effective financial processes, and supporting the day-to-day finance operations across a diverse portfolio of brands.

What You'll Be Doing

* Preparing monthly management accounts across multiple group companies.

* Processing month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and deferred income.

* Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.

* Completing bank reconciliations and supporting group cashflow forecasting.

* Preparing supplier payment runs and maintaining supplier records.

* Reconciling revenue from multiple booking and sales systems, and supporting stocktakes.

* Preparing VAT returns for review by the Financial Controller.

* Supporting annual audit preparation and liaising with external accountants and auditors.

* Building strong working relationships across the wider business and finance team.

What We're Looking For
Essential:

* Previous experience in a finance or accounting role.

* Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

* Good organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Comfortable working independently while contributing effectively within a team.

Desirable:

* Experience preparing management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments.

* Experience preparing VAT returns.

* AAT qualified, studying towards a professional accounting qualification, or equivalent practical experience.

What's on Offer

* A company-wide unlimited annual leave policy.

* A dynamic, enthusiastic and supportive team environment.

* The chance to be involved in and attend sporting events outside the usual workplace