Management Accountant

This is an exceptional opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a thriving consulting business based in Milton Keynes, offering a competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000.

The organisation is renowned for its commitment to employee development, inclusive culture, and flexible working arrangements. You will play a pivotal role in the financial stewardship of the UK Consulting entity, taking ownership of management accounts and acting as a trusted partner to operational and commercial teams.

• Competitive salary range of £50,000-£60,000 with hybrid working options that allow you to balance office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including increasing holidays with service, birthday leave, healthcare perks, life insurance, gym membership subsidies, and access to professional qualifications.
• A clear pathway for development and progression supported by an on-site qualified L&D team, plus involvement in social impact initiatives and quarterly team events.

What you'll do:

• Take full ownership of the management accounts for the UK Consulting entity, including Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheet and Cash flow across more than 50 projects.
• Provide detailed reports, insights and analysis on gross margin and overhead variances against forecast and budget to inform business decisions.
• Act as the first point of contact for operational and commercial business teams, fostering collaborative relationships across departments.
• Work closely with senior management to support strategic objectives through accurate financial information and business partnering.
• Oversee reconciliation of the entire Balance Sheet including Invoice Discounting and project balances to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and enhance financial accounting systems, processes and controls to drive efficiency and reliability within finance operations.
• Participate actively in forecasting and budgeting processes to help shape future business performance.
• Offer ad hoc support for divisional and group analysis as well as project work when required by stakeholders.
• Prepare working papers for annual statutory accounts and assist with audit reviews to meet regulatory requirements.
• Manage VAT calculation, reconciliation, reporting and submission to HMRC ensuring timely compliance.

What you bring:

• Part-Qualified/Finalist level accountant status (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) is essential for this role to ensure technical proficiency.
• Excellent communication skills enabling you to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels inside and outside finance.
• Outstanding organisational abilities paired with high attention to detail so you can manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven analytical skills allowing you to interpret complex financial data accurately for actionable insights.
• Flexible approach combined with an enthusiastic attitude towards problem-solving within a communal team setting.
• Experience in maintaining or enhancing financial accounting systems which supports reliable reporting processes.
• Ability to participate constructively in forecasting and budgeting activities alongside other finance professionals.
• Demonstrated capability in preparing statutory accounts documentation and supporting audit reviews efficiently.
• Knowledge of VAT calculation procedures including reconciliation, reporting and submission requirements for HMRC compliance.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development through training opportunities relevant to your contractual role.

If you think you have the relative experience to take on this role, I’d love to hear from you!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates