Job Title: Management Accountant
Location: Kettering
Salary: £45,000 + Support with study if required
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry's most critical challenges while developing your expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. IGL is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a 3,000-strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering long-term development and career progression.
We’re looking for a part‑qualified Management Accountant to join our Finance team and support the production of accurate and timely management accounts, financial analysis, and budgeting information.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone studying AAT or progressing towards CIMA/ACCA, who is keen to develop both technical and commercial finance skills within a growing organisation.
The Role:
As Management Accountant, you’ll play a key role in the day‑to‑day functioning of the Finance team. Your responsibilities will include:
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Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
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Preparing accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
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Reconciling balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies
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Supporting the management and monitoring of project data to ensure accurate financial reporting
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Assisting with the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts
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Supporting year‑end processes and audit preparation
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Assisting with the implementation of a new ERP system (COINS)
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Providing financial data, insight, and analysis to non‑financial stakeholders
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Identifying and implementing process improvements and efficiencies
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Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key external customers
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Ensuring compliance with Group financial policies
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Providing holiday and sickness cover for other Finance team roles where required
What you’ll need:
You’ll be a proactive and detail‑driven finance professional who enjoys working collaboratively and adding value through insight and analysis.
You’ll ideally have:
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Part‑qualified accountant status (AAT, or studying towards CIMA/ACCA)
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Strong Excel skills
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Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities
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A high level of attention to detail and accuracy
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Experience in the construction sector (desirable but not essential)
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Experience using COINS ERP software (desirable)
What you’ll get in return:
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Family-Friendly Leave
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days. -
Financial & Life Assurance
Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options. -
Health & Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents. -
Lifestyle & Perks
Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers. -
Professional Development
Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities -
Inclusion & Belonging
Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more. -
Performance & Recognition
Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards. -
Flexibility & Opportunities
Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)
At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.
We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and physical and neurodiverse abilities.
We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the recruitment process.
