Part-Qualified Management Accountant

Our client based in Birmingham is recruiting for a Management Accountant to join their SME business. The role requires 3 days in office per week, and is paying between £39,000 - 42,000 per annum

What you'll do:

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, ensuring all financial information is delivered on time and in line with company standards.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by collaborating closely with various departments to gather relevant data and provide insightful analysis.
• Assist with project accounting by tracking costs, monitoring budgets, and reporting on financial performance across multiple business initiatives.
• Contribute to M&A activities by providing financial due diligence support, preparing reports, and assisting with integration tasks as required.
• Manage intercompany transactions by reconciling balances, investigating discrepancies, and maintaining clear records for audit purposes.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across finance and other teams to ensure smooth month-end close processes and resolve any queries promptly.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining financial processes and enhancing reporting accuracy.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support decision-making at both operational and strategic levels within the business.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and external regulations through diligent record-keeping and process adherence.

What you bring:

• Demonstrable experience working within SME environments where adaptability and hands-on involvement are essential for success.
• Progress towards a recognised accountancy qualification (such as ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical knowledge of management accounting principles is desirable.
• Proven ability to prepare monthly management accounts accurately and efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, or project accounting activities within a commercial setting.
• Exposure to mergers & acquisitions or intercompany transaction processes would be highly advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
• Strong analytical abilities combined with advanced Excel skills for data manipulation and reporting purposes.
• A collaborative mindset with a willingness to share knowledge and support others within the finance function.
• High level of integrity with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality around sensitive financial matters.

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