Management Accountant (Part-Qualified) – Key Achievements:

• Streamlined monthly management reporting, reducing preparation time by 30%.

• Assisted in budgeting and forecasting, identifying cost savings of £50,000.

• Implemented standardised reporting templates and variance analysis tools, saving over 40 hours per month.

• Provided early identification of budget overruns and cost variances, helping prevent £20,000 in overspend.

• Supported senior management in decision-making with accurate and timely financial insights.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis.

• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts.

• Perform month-end close activities including posting journals for accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.

• Support cash flow monitoring and prepare regular cash flow reports.

• Produce management reports and KPI dashboards for senior management.

• Work with department heads and budget holders to explain variances and gather data.

• Conduct cost analysis and margin reporting across business units.

• Maintain and reconcile intercompany accounts and allocations.

• Assist in financial modelling, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis.

• Support statutory and regulatory reporting as required.

• Assist in audit preparation and provide supporting schedules and reconciliations.

• Monitor operational and departmental spend against budget.

• Maintain fixed asset register, calculate depreciation, and track disposals.

• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of reporting.

• Collaborate with finance, operations, and commercial teams to provide insights.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (UK GAAP / IFRS / US GAAP) and internal controls.

• Participate in internal training and continuous professional development (CPD).

• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reports to support business decisions.

• Ensure professional, ethical, and regulatory standards are maintained in all activities.

• Provide guidance and support to junior finance staff as required.