Management Accountant - William Scott Associates : Job Details

We are currently looking to hire a Management Accountant for a rapidly growing retail operation in St Albans. The company is market leader and the growth and expansion is due to continue. They have undergone a period of rapid growth and business acquisition and we require a Management Accountant within this dynamic environment.

As Management Accountant you will be a key member of the group financial reporting team with responsibility for assisting with the monthly accounting cycle, including ownership over P&L and balance sheet lines and the production of relevant and meaningful analysis, commentary and reconciliations around their areas of reporting.

The role will require liaising with other departments and external contacts to ensure accuracy and quality of reporting and the ability to effectively communicate and co-ordinate with individuals of varying seniority and financial acumen.

Responsibilities include:

• To take ownership of balance sheet and P&L accounts and assume responsibility for financial reporting and operational queries relating to those areas
• Provide insightful and meaningful commentary around P&L variances to budget and prior month/year
• Prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis in a timely manner
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Be willing and able to challenge and manage the stakeholders in areas on responsibility and ensure accounting standards are adhered to, while having due regard for motivations of other departments
• Support with month-end and year-end close processes
• Support with interim and year-end audit queries around areas of responsibility
• Suggest process and control changes to drive continual improvement around financial control and reporting

You will be a part-qualified in ACCA/CIMA or ACA and willing to convert to ACCA. You must possess a good understanding of financial controls and risks. You will have the ability to develop positive working relationships with colleagues and external contacts of varying professional backgrounds and accounting knowledge you will possess analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make rational decisions.

This role requires an exceptionally capable part qualified accountant. You must have the enthusiasm and motivation to support the ongoing development of this dynamic and growing business.