Management Accountant
Coventry
£54,000.00 - £58,000.00
Hybrid working / Permanent / Full Time
The Opportunity
Here at Gleeson Recruitment Group we are delighted to be partnering with a valued client of ours that is a well-established organisation with a strong market presence, currently experiencing continued growth, are are looking to bring in a Management Accountant to strengthen their finance team.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant to transition into a commercially focused, business-facing position. You'll gain exposure beyond core reporting, working closely with operational teams and senior stakeholders to support decision-making and drive performance.
You will join a supportive and forward-thinking finance team, with the chance to take ownership of key processes, contribute to improvements, and play a meaningful role in enhancing financial reporting and controls. It's an ideal next step for someone looking to build a long-term career within industry.
The Role:
Key Responsibilities:
- Producing monthly management accounts alongside clear and informative reporting outputs
- Taking responsibility for the month-end close cycle, including posting journals and accounting for accruals and prepayments
- Performing thorough reconciliations across the balance sheet, covering areas such as cash, intercompany balances, and control accounts
- Providing detailed analysis of financial performance, highlighting key movements and trends for senior stakeholders
- Assisting in the preparation of budgets and ongoing forecast updates
- Overseeing VAT processes, including reconciliation work and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
- Supporting both internal and external audit requirements, including preparation of supporting documentation
- Reviewing and resolving historic financial issues to improve accuracy and strengthen controls
- Contributing to ongoing improvements in finance processes, systems, and reporting capabilities
- Collaborating with operational teams to enhance financial understanding, controls, and reporting quality
Skills & Requirements:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
- Experience working in a varied and hands-on finance environment, or currently in practice and seeking a move into industry
- Strong technical grounding in management accounting and financial reporting
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret complex data
- Proven experience in handling detailed reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
- Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational capability
- Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and providing constructive challenge
- A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a focus on continuous improvement
- The ability to manage workloads independently and prioritise effectively
Benefits & Package:
- Competitive salary
- Clear opportunities for career development
- Strong exposure to senior stakeholders and commercial decision-making
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Hybrid working
- Attractive benefits package
To apply for the Management Accountant position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.
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