Management Accountant/ Finance Manager

About the Organisation Our client is a well-established business with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement. As part of an expanding finance function, they are seeking a Management Accountant/ Finance Manager to support strategic decision-making through accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and insightful analysis.The Role This position plays a central role in providing reliable financial information to senior leadership. Working within a busy finance department, you will be responsible for producing management accounts, completing key reconciliations, supporting budgeting processes, and contributing to financial planning. You will also oversee transactional finance activities and guide a small team, ensuring efficient processes and effective controls.Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accruals, prepayments, and month-end journals.
• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor bank balances, prepare supplier payment runs, and manage inter-account transfers.
• Maintain the fixed asset register.
• Produce monthly management accounts with supporting commentary.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Oversee the purchase-to-pay process, including approval workflows and controls.
• Support annual budgeting and provide analytical insight.
• Assist with rolling forecasts, including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow.
• Analyse financial and non-financial KPIs to support performance improvement.
• Investigate trends, highlight anomalies and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare accurate product costings to support senior management decisions.
• Liaise with external auditors and support year-end processes.
• Manage a small team, ensuring efficient delivery of transactional finance activities.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience with relevant finance systems and strong Excel capability.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data.
• Highly motivated with a proactive and inquisitive mindset.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to the wider team.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Comfortable working to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Full-time permanent position
• Opportunities for development within a supportive team environment

Interested? If you are an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would be delighted to hear from you. If this opportunity isn't quite right, you are welcome to register your details for future similar roles.Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.