About this role
Job summary
Job Title:
Senior Management Accountant 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Location:
Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Structure:
Hybrid working 3 days onsite
Salary:
Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Reporting To:
Chief Operating Officer
Main duties of the job
We are currently seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join TPN group on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role plays a key part in ensuring the continued effective management of the organisation's financial operations. Working in a small team, you will take ownership of the monthly management accounts process, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow management and day-to-day financial controls across the Group.
About us
TPN Group is a fast-growing healthcare company with subsidiaries serving the NHS and Pharmaceutical Industry. TPN Group includes The Pharmacist Network and MORPh, both pharmacist led organisations. The Pharmacist Network provides managed pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to NHS primary care. Currently a team of 250+ pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, we are providing services to over 500+ GP practice sites across the UK.
MORPh offers a wide range of educational sessions, academies and our educational platform to help those working in Primary Care to progress their CPD.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and financial reporting in line with group deadlines
Take ownership on month-end and year-end close processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining the chart of accounts.
Collaboration with Senior Leadership to shape decision-making.
Maintain day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll support, and supplier payments.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, active cash flow forecasting and management, and financial planning activities.
Ensure compliance with VAT, HMRC, UK GAAP, and all statutory and regulatory requirements.
Maintain finance procedures, controls, and documentation, while supporting audits and process improvements.
Board and investor reporting, including monthly KPI packs.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a finance role, ideally within the healthcare or private sector.
Proficient in Sage and advanced Excel, with hands-on experience building financial models, budgets and forecasts
Experience with Xero and Zoho is desirable.
Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of UK financial regulations.
Experience in financial planning, analysis, and management reporting.
Key Skills and Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High attention to detail and organisational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Desirable
5 + years in a finance role
Employer details Employer name The Pharmacist Network
Address Albany Court
Albany Court
Newcastle Business Park
Leeds
NE4 7YB
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.thepharmacistnetwork.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)