Management Accountant

SF Recruitment are working exclusively with a well-established and growing business to recruit a Management Accountantt on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for an experienced finance professional who is confident managing financial records, preparing statutory accounts, producing management accounts, and supporting tax and compliance requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with the directors and wider finance team, providing accurate financial information and ensuring statutory deadlines are met.

The Role

As Management Accountant, you will be responsible for managing key financial processes across the business, including statutory reporting, management accounts, Companies House submissions, VAT, PAYE, CIS and corporation tax support. You will also provide ad hoc financial information to the directors to support decision-making.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing management accounts and providing financial information to senior management
• Preparing financial statements in line with accounting standards for submission to directors and Companies House
• Supporting the annual audit process by providing relevant financial information to external auditors
• Overseeing the preparation of VAT returns
• Maintaining accounting controls and recommending improvements to policies and procedures
• Providing company secretarial support for group companies, including the submission of relevant returns
• Supplying financial information to statutory bodies, including ONS and the Valuation Office Agency
• Maintaining financial security by following and improving internal controls
• Supporting the directors with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have proven experience in a finance role, ideally within a fast-paced or growing business. You will be confident taking ownership of processes, working to deadlines, and communicating effectively with senior stakeholders.

You will ideally have:

• ACCA, ACA, ICAEW or CIMA qualification, although qualified by experience candidates will also be considered
• Strong experience preparing management accounts and statutory accounts
• Knowledge of VAT, PAYE, CIS and corporation tax processes
• Experience managing financial controls, procedures and reporting deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• The ability to work confidentially and professionally with sensitive financial information
• A proactive, forward-thinking approach with the confidence to suggest improvements
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with directors and external advisers

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and experienced finance professional to take ownership of a broad and important role within a successful business.