Management Accountant

Management Accountant – Responsibilities * Support senior finance leaders with financial management and operational reporting * Provide financial advice and insight to budget holders and stakeholders * Contribute to financial, performance, and productivity objectives * Assist in improving financial systems, controls, and processes * Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and variance analysis * Produce budgets, forecasts, and support business planning * Compile reporting packs for senior leadership and board review * Deliver financial reports, presentations, and attend meetings as required * Provide guidance on financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements * Participate in tender evaluations and financial assessments * Act as a business partner to promote best practice across the organisation * Support internal and external audit processes and resolve queries * Monitor performance, value for money metrics, and benchmarking data * Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies * Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting * Support, train, and help develop team members * Lead and manage staff, promoting continuous improvement and performance * Ensure compliance with data protection, company policies, and statutory requirements * Adhere to health & safety, equality, and risk management standards Requirements * Strong experience in financial or management accounting, including budgeting and forecasting * Ability to analyse complex financial and performance data * Experience supporting and advising budget holders * Proficient in financial systems and IT applications * Good understanding of accounting principles, VAT, and financial controls * Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills * Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to change * Experience supervising or developing staff * Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT Level 4, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)