Management Accountant

Meraki Accountancy & Finance’s market-leading client is looking to appoint a Management Accountant on an initial 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant to make a real impact within a high-performing finance function. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and budget holders, providing valuable financial insight and commercial guidance while playing a key role in management reporting, budgeting and forecasting. The role also offers the opportunity to drive meaningful process improvements and shape how finance supports the wider business. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly and quarterly management accounts to challenging deadlines, including detailed commentary and analysis of variances. Prepare the monthly management reporting pack, providing clear financial insights to support business decision-making. Work closely with the Head of Finance throughout the annual budgeting and forecasting process. Support finance colleagues during the annual external audit. Act as a finance business partner to budget holders, providing sound financial advice, guidance and challenge. Complete balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial information. Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy and add value to the wider finance function. Experience & Qualifications: ICAS, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant. Strong experience in financial analysis and management accounting. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present and explain financial information clearly to budget holders and non-finance stakeholders. Proven ability to work effectively to challenging month-end deadlines. Strong attention to detail, with a proactive and commercially focused approach. Experience of identifying and implementing process improvements would be advantageous. What’s on Offer: £50,000–£55,000 salary Hybrid working – 3 days office / 2 days remote Flexible benefits package Initial 12-month contract