Management Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a well-established and supportive finance team based in Milton Keynes. This role offers you the chance to play a pivotal part in the production of monthly management accounts for the UK entity, as well as the consolidation and review of international group accounts.

You will be working in a collaborative environment where your attention to detail, organisational skills, and technical accounting knowledge will be highly valued. The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, offering flexible working opportunities and generous pension contributions. If you are looking for a position that provides both challenge and support, with clear pathways for professional growth and development.

• Enjoy a varied role with responsibility for both UK and international group financial reporting, giving you exposure to complex accounting processes and cross-border collaboration.
• Benefit from flexible working opportunities and generous pension contributions, ensuring your work-life balance and future security are prioritised by the organisation.
• Join a knowledgeable and dependable finance team that values inclusivity, ongoing training opportunities, and supportive leadership to help you reach your full potential.

What you'll do:
You will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth operation of the finance department through meticulous preparation of monthly management accounts and consolidation of international group results. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating closely with colleagues across different departments and geographies, supporting them with clear financial insights while maintaining rigorous standards of accuracy. You will take ownership of key reporting cycles, including balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis, while also leading on year-end audit preparations. In addition to core responsibilities, you will have opportunities to contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency within the team.

• Prepare accurate and timely UK management accounts each month, ensuring all financial data is thoroughly reviewed and reconciled within strict deadlines.
• Conduct detailed monthly balance sheet reconciliations for all relevant accounts, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Analyse month-end variances by reviewing monthly reports, providing insightful commentary to internal stakeholders to aid business decision-making.
• Consolidate intercompany accounts across multiple international subsidiaries, ensuring all balances are agreed and accurately reflected in consolidated group accounts.
• Produce comprehensive consolidated accounts for the group, preparing detailed monthly reporting packs for senior management review.
• Lead the year-end audit process for both UK and group entities, acting as the primary point of contact for management account queries from auditors.
• Review manual credit notes and invoices to ensure compliance with company policies and accuracy in financial records.
• Monitor cash forecasts and sales reports on a regular basis, providing up-to-date financial information to internal departments as required.
• Support both UK-based and overseas finance teams by sharing knowledge, assisting with queries, and providing cover during periods of absence such as sickness or holiday.
• Participate in ad hoc projects as directed by senior management, contributing your expertise to drive process improvements across the finance function.

What you bring:
You will bring proven experience from similar roles where you have demonstrated technical competence alongside strong communication skills. Your background should include hands-on involvement with monthly reporting cycles—ideally within an international context—where you have shown reliability in delivering accurate results against challenging deadlines. You will be comfortable using advanced Excel functions for data analysis while also being able to explain complex findings clearly to non-finance colleagues. A keen eye for process improvement means you’re always looking for ways to make things better not just following established routines but actively seeking out efficiencies that benefit everyone.

• Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA status is essential, demonstrating your commitment to professional development within accountancy.
• Proven experience preparing management accounts within a commercial environment is required for success in this position.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications—particularly Excel—is necessary for handling complex data sets and producing high-quality reports.
• Experience working within an international finance environment is highly desirable, enabling you to navigate cross-border accounting requirements effectively.
• Exceptional organisational skills are vital for managing multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills are needed to build positive relationships with colleagues at all levels across different departments and locations.
• A collaborative mindset is important for supporting team members during periods of absence or increased workload.
• Excellent analytical abilities allow you to interpret financial data accurately and provide meaningful insights that inform business decisions.
• A high level of integrity is expected when handling confidential information in line with company policies on data protection and confidentiality.
• Flexibility to participate in ad hoc projects demonstrates your adaptability within a changing business landscape.

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