About this role
Management Accountant
Location: Antrim AreaContract: Full-time | Permanent | Office-basedSalary: £45,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience) Our growing client seeks to appoint an experienced Management Accountant to play a pivotal role within the finance function. You will take ownership of the monthly management accounts, Budgeting & Forecasting along with overseeing day-to-day ledger activities in a fast-paced commercial environment.
The ideal Management Accountant will demonstrate strong commercial awareness, meticulous attention to detail, and the capability to deliver accurate and timely financial information to aid decision-making.
Day-to-day of the role:
Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.Produce profit & loss accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.Conduct variance analysis against budgets and prior periods with clear commentary. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.Monitor financial performance against budget, highlighting risks and opportunities. Transactional Finance Management: Supervise and review day-to-day bookkeeping activities including AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and journals.Ensure appropriate controls and processes are in place and adhered to. Operational & Commercial Support: Collaborate closely with operational teams to understand cost drivers and performance.Analyse margins, costs, and warehousing performance metrics. Required Skills & Qualifications:
Qualified, part-qualified, or QBE Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent).Proven experience in a management accounting role.Strong understanding of month-end processes and financial reporting.Experience overseeing or managing transactional finance / bookkeeping.Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capability.Desirable: familiarity with ERP systems.
For more information, including package details, please contact Mary at Reed Belfast, apply via this advert, or contact me confidentially on LinkedIn