Management Accountant - Construction/Property/Real Estate - SearcHive Limited : Job Details

Company Overview:

Our client, a sucessful construction and building services management business with contract values ranging from £5m to £38m and the prime focus is on residential and commercial new build properties, is looking for an experienced Commericial Management Accountant to join a growing finance team.

Job Description:

• This role would suit a Part or Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ CIMA / ACCA) wanting more exposure to all elements of the finance function in construction.
• The role will cover both management and financial accounting. There will be regular interaction with key stakeholders.
• The desired candidate will sense of humour and enjoy working, proactively, as part of the finance team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Head of Finance with the preparation of accurate and timely financial management information.
• Preparation of cost accruals & prepayments
• Working alongside the Commercial Director with reporting and analysis of monthly project results.
• Balance sheet reconciliations, including investigating any anomalies.
• Maintenance of the fixed asset register.
• Supervising the internal accounting team
• Ad hoc analysis as required by Head of Finance
• Assist with the preparation of the audit file of group entities.
• Preparation of the monthly bank reconciliations
• The right candidate for this role will be self-motivated and organised.
• Experienced in management accounting, including planning, reporting and analysis on

Key Skills

• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent knowledge of Excel
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Quick to learn and adaptable to changing work allocation and environment.
• Prior experience of working in the construction, real estate or property sector is essential