Management Accountant

Delighted to present a superb opportunity for a motivated and experienced management accountant to support the Finance team.  The organisation has been through a period of change including a merger with a second business and an amendment on VAT rulings.  This a newly created role in a friendly, welcoming environment and would suit someone Qualified or Part-Qualified / QBE with a strong background in management accounting.

The Finance team of six includes the following roles: Payroll Officer, Fees Officer, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Fees Administrator (PT), Finance Officer, Office Administrator (PT)

Alongside a competitive salary the company offers a range of superb benefits plus 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.

• Preparation of the monthly management accounts for the organisation and its trading subsidiary.
  • Balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Accruals and prepayments.
  • Fixed assets and depreciation.
  • Preparation of schedules for year end audit.
  • Liaise with external auditors to provide explanations for audit queries;
  • Assistance with production of statutory accounts and returns.
  • Support Director of Finance with preparation of quarterly VAT return.
  • Ad hoc projects as required by Senior Management.
  • Support the DoF in the management of the annual budget cycle and the preparation of the annual forecast and budget for each academic year;
  • Liaise with Budget Holders to obtain explanations for variances from budget.
  • Ad hoc sales ledger invoicing (excluding fees) and cash book posting.
  • Support Fees Officer with Fees in Advance Scheme.
  • Annual Gift Aid claim.
  • Completion and submission of National Statistics Surveys.

Support the Director of Finance in developing internal accounting and finance systems.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential

Fully or part qualified accountant with significant management accounts experience

Desirable

? Experience working in the charity sector

F: Personal attributes/skills:

• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy
• Ability to use initiative and manage own workload
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues,
• Ability to produce and present accurate forecasts and other financial information
• Discretion in handling confidential data.
• Ability to think both strategically and tactically
• To possess a high level of analysis and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to high quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, delegate and organise.
• Integrity, reliability, tact and self-confidence
• Able to respond flexibly and adapt to changing and challenging circumstances.
• Able to persuade, negotiate and influence others.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information received and processed as part of the job role.
• Sense of humour and perspective.

For a confidental discussion about the role, please contact Zoe Ellis at Brellis Recruitment asap.

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