Management Accountant

Management Accountant – Temporary to Permanent Reporting to: Commercial Director Responsible for: Finance Team (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Invoice Automation & Purchasing Executive) Salary: £40 - £45,000 The Role - Management Accountant We are seeking a commercially minded Management Accountant to join our Senior Management Team and take ownership of the company’s finance function. This is a hands-on role responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, managing cashflow and forecasting, and providing financial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making. The successful candidate will also lead a small finance team, ensuring efficient day-to-day processing across accounts payable, receivable, and purchasing activities while driving continuous improvement within finance operations. Key Responsibilities * Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial analysis * Manage cashflow, budgeting, and forecasting processes * Provide financial reporting and commercial insight to support business performance * Lead, support, and develop the Finance Team * Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with statutory and company requirements * Contribute to strategic planning and performance monitoring as part of the Senior Management Team * Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies Candidate Profile * ACCA or CIMA qualified * Previous experience within an SME or fast-paced operational environment * Proven experience managing a small finance team * Strong hands-on experience producing management accounts and managing cashflow * Sage experience essential; Sage Intacct experience advantageous * Knowledge of invoice finance or factoring beneficial but not essential * Commercially aware, proactive, and detail-oriented with strong communication skills