Management Accountant

Management Accountant £40,000 to £45,000 Hybrid Working – Sheffield12 Month FTC (Min) Our Client's mission is dedicated to empowering educational institutions around the globe to achieve compliance and elevate their standards. They offer a comprehensive SaaS solution that merges top-tier professional development with cutting-edge management tools, all accessible through a single, unified platform.Due to their rapid expansion, they are looking for an experienced Management Account to play a pivotal role in their finance team.Key ResponsibilitiesMonthly Management Accounts: Produce detailed Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss accounts.Variance Analysis: Provide insightful commentary to explain financial variances.Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packs.Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in creating budgets and forecasts to drive business strategy.Stakeholder Engagement: Challenge, support, analyse, and effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.Reconciliations: Conduct thorough bank and account reconciliations.Day-to-Day Accounting: Manage posting journals, raise invoices, and perform general bookkeeping tasks.VAT Returns: Handle VAT returns and liaise with HMRC as necessary.Process Optimisation: Develop systems to enhance efficiencies and optimise processes.Qualifications and SkillsExperience: Minimum 3 years in Finance Management (required).Professional Qualification: Qualified or finalist in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA.IT Skills: Proficiency in Excel is essential, experience with Netsuite is desirable.Communication: Strong communicator capable of articulating complex information clearly.Organisation: Highly organised and able to work independently.Teamwork: Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment.Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and reporting skills.