Senior Management Accountant

2 weeks ago


SouthendonSea, United Kingdom Reed Full time

Reed Finance are supporting our client, a multi discipline services provider, with the recruitment of a project focused Senior Management Accountant. This senior role is pivotal in providing an efficient project-level finance function and delivering accurate financial management accounting information. The successful candidate will be a proud ambassador for the Finance team and contribute to business strategy and technology adoption within the division.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Prepare timely and accurate monthly Management Accounts, including basic commentary.
  • Oversee the preparation of annual budgets and periodic reforecasting for the CFO.
  • Assist in the mobilisation of complex new contracts and set up new project structures for the Operations Team.
  • Assist with Year-end and interim statutory audits.
  • Liaise with senior divisional management teams to ensure a good appreciation of their financial results.
  • Review IT systems to ensure they remain leading edge in driving accuracy and efficiency.
  • Maintain vigilance on credit control, ensuring timely and correct payments within the sector.
  • Utilise negotiation skills to resolve disputes with clients and suppliers.
  • Use data to drive margin improvement with better working practices.
  • Assist the bid team with tender commercials as needed.
  • Undertake commercial projects and manage the commercial and invoicing needs of consolidation centres.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).
  • Experience in Management Accounts.
  • Commercial experience.
  • Comfortable working in a standalone position.
  • Strong Excel skills. SAP experience would be beneficial but not essential.
  • Ability to work to deadlines and strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong communication skills, especially with non-finance professionals (both internal and external).
  • Experience in developing IT systems for efficiency and accuracy.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
  • 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
  • Hybrid working
  • Opportunity to contribute to business strategy and technology adoption.
  • Engage with a dynamic team and be part of a leading-edge finance function.

To apply for the Senior Management Accountant position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.



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