We are recruiting for a Management Accountant in Whitstable.
You will be responsible for producing accurate management accounts, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and helping to develop financial systems and processes within a growing organisation.
About the role
- Prepare monthly management accounts including variance analysis and commentary.
- Support the monthly close process ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Analyse financial performance and provide insights to support business decision-making.
- Produce management reports and financial dashboards for senior management.
- Support the Director of Finance in developing financial systems, reporting processes, and internal controls.
- Assist with cash flow forecasting and financial planning.
- Support the preparation of year-end accounts and audit requirements.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies.
- Work closely with operational teams to provide financial analysis and cost control support.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation within finance processes.
About you
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
- Proven experience preparing management accounts.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
- Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, financial modelling).
- Strong attention to detail and analytical ability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a finance team.
- You will have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available) as well as a full UK driving licence
What’s on offer for the Management Accountant?
- 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm (office based)
- 25 days AL plus the bank holiday and a day off on your birthday.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to discounts on goods and services offered by third parties.
SHCHOJ
- Blue light card - we’ll pay for it.
- Reflecting the hard work that you do.
- We help you save for Christmas.
- Wellbeing support including up to 6 face-to-face counselling sessions.
- In-house wellbeing team to support you.
- 24/7 live chat and video calls with trained counsellors, and free financial and legal advice.
- We reward Employees of the Month with a £100 voucher.
- Employee events throughout the year, including fish and chips on the beach.
- Consistent support from our team of Nurses and Field Care Supervisors.
- In-house womens health support.
- Accumulate holiday pay as you work.
- Employee events throughout the year, including breakfast clubs, summer BBQ and Christmas party.
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday!
- £100 Specsavers voucher for eye tests and glasses.
- Two Volunteer Days per year, to support local charities and initiatives.
