Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our firm. The ideal candidate will have experience in a professional service based or consultancy environment and will play a crucial role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. This position requires proficiency in both bookkeeping, accounting software and an understanding of financial management principles. Duties * Maintain all accounting records on a day-to-day basis including bank accounts, invoicing and credit control, purchase and general ledger management. * Manage the invoicing * Manage the credit control process ensuring cash requirements are met. * Manage the accounts payable process and ensure timely processing of invoices and payments * Manage statutory reporting (VAT/PAYE etc) requirements including preparation and submission of accurate annual/quarterly statutory returns on the relevant digital platforms. * Oversee Payroll to ensure that all staff and HMRC are paid the correct amounts on the relevant dates. * Prepare and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with best practice and relevant accounting standards * Prepare and maintain focused, timely and accurate KPI reports in accordance with the requirements of management and the business * Conduct financial forecasting (including detailed cashflow), budgeting, and variance analysis to support business planning * Collaborate with management to enable monitoring of and to drive improvements in chargeability and recoverability on all jobs * Utilise QuickBooks online accounting software to streamline financial processes * Mentor junior finance staff when recruited, providing guidance on best practices in financial management and accounting procedures * Assist in the preparation of audit/statutory financial documentation and liaise with external auditors/advisors as required. Qualifications&Skills * Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, AAT, CIMA) * Proven experience in financial or management accounting roles. * Strong knowledge of accounting software applications * Excellent analytical skills with the ability to prepare and interpret complex financial data. * Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. * Experience in mentoring or training junior staff is an