Management Accountant

Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.DescriptionDescription We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our Midlands Hub finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, delivering valuable business insights, and supporting internal control and process improvements. This is a dynamic opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to the financial integrity and performance of the hub.Key ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities • Prepare monthly management accounts for review, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Produce journal entries including accruals and prepayments, in line with group finance policies.• Perform monthly P&L reviews, providing variance analysis and commentary.• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts regularly.• Undertake VAT returns and manage monthly intercompany balances to ensure compliance.• Prepare and support the external audit process, responding to queries and delivering analysis as needed.• Manage and reconcile daily bank transactions in the finance system.• Produce weekly cash flow forecasts for review and submission to Group Finance.• Maintain the fixed asset register and support accurate depreciation reporting.• Assist with quarterly forecasting, budgeting, and Expected Credit Loss (ECL) calculations.• Support process improvements by partnering with the Financial Controller to implement controls and systems aligned to group requirements.• Collaborate with administrative and support teams to meet deadlines and optimise workflows.• Oversee the work of the Accounts Assistant, providing guidance and review as required.Key RequirementsKey Requirements • Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).• Proven experience in producing management accounts, journal preparation, and financial reporting.• Strong understanding of VAT, cash flow forecasting, and balance sheet reconciliations.• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems.Additional RequirementsAdditional Requirements • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams.• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.• Knowledge of IFRS is desirable.ModelModel HybridSalary CompetitiveBenefits• Company Pension Scheme• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum• Business closure over Christmas*• Life Assurance x4 annual salary• Enhanced family leave policies• Enhanced Company Sick Pay• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential• Corporate Discounts PlatformFlexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:• PMI single or family• Critical Illness Cover• Cash plan• Cycle to work• Eye care• Dental*subject to exceptions and business needs #J-18808-Ljbffr