Management Accountant

Management Accountant

Company

Rapidly growing business based in central Leatherhead working in stunning offices !!!

Role Summary

The Management Accountant is responsible for delivering accurate and timely monthly financial reporting, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.

The role oversees daily financial transactions, reconciliations, and controls to ensure completeness, existence, accuracy, cut-off, and correct classification of financial data. This position plays a key role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End & Financial Reporting

Own the month-end close process for UK and US entities
Prepare accurate monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Manage revenue recognition, including deferrals and accruals
Oversee purchase invoice processing, accruals, and prepayments
Reconcile all balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations
Maintain fixed asset register and post depreciation journals
Collect and prepare audit evidence and liaise with external auditors

Payroll & HMRC Compliance

• Manage the monthly payroll process
  • Collect and validate payroll data
  • Process payroll and upload payment files
  • Reconcile payroll to HR records, bank payments, and accounting system
• Report to HMRC and pay monthly PAYE liabilities
• Reconcile pension payments to external provider statements

VAT & Compliance

Prepare and submit VAT returns
Ensure compliance with UK regulations including VAT, PAYE, pensions, audit and statutory accounts

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Monitor and manage short-term cash flow
• Ensure payments are made in line with approved invoices and terms
• Oversee allocation of debtor receipts
• Review cash position and identify invoicing facility drawdown requirements

Transactional Oversight

• Accurate sales invoicing
• Staff expenses processing and payment
• Management of aged receivables and aged payables, including timely reporting and collection/payment

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a hands-on finance role within a small business environment
• Strong background in bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, P&L reporting, and audit preparation
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent working knowledge of accounting software (Xero preferred)
• Strong understanding of UK compliance requirements
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of the finance function, and operate flexibly across the business
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to meet strict month-end and year-end deadlines
• Adaptability in a dynamic environment

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully qualified accountant: ACCA, ACA, or CIMA

Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary up to £55,000
• 25 days annual leave + bank holudays
• Birthday off
• Free parking 
• Contributory pension scheme

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