Management Accountant | Sittingbourne/Rochester | £30-35K + Study Support

Our client, is looking to appoint a Management Accountant to join their small team. Reporting to the Finance Manager you will assist in preparing and publishing monthly management accounts, analysing business performance and providing explanations for variances to budget, forecast and prior year.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for variety and a challenge. The company also offer study support.

Responsibilities/Tasks:
• Help produce monthly management accounts
• Variance analysis vs budget and forecast
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare detailed backup schedules supporting balance sheet accounts
• Data analysis – identifying discrepancies and anomalies
• Investigate and resolve queries
• Check payment certificates and raise invoices
• Compile payroll data for the review of the Finance Manager for sign off

Candidate Profile:
• Professional certification (ACCA, CIMA,) preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Sage 200 software is advantageous, training will be provided.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work efficiently under pressure.
• Previous experience in a similar role or during year-end close processes is a must.

Benefits:
• A competitive salary depending on experience, salary in the range of £30,000 to £35,000 per annum.
• Company Pension.
• 25 days starting holiday plus all public holidays.
• Benenden Health and Squiggle Will writing after probation is passed.
• Life Insurance after one year.
• A friendly working environment.
• Free parking on-site
• Working hours – Monday – Friday 9 – 5 (some hybrid working is available after probation)