Management Accountant

4793308
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Taunton
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Accountancy Firms
  • Pay

    £good

Senior Management Accountant - Taunton

Your new company

Highly respected and award-winning company in Taunton to recruit an experienced Management Accountant. Based in Taunton, this role covers maternity leave for a minimum of 12 months, with genuine scope for permanency for the right individual.
Our client is a forward‑thinking, people‑focused firm, recognised for the quality of its advice, its inclusive culture, and its commitment to developing future leaders from within.

The organisation places strong emphasis on collaboration, continuous improvement and making a positive impact on its people, clients and wider community.
They are an equal opportunities employer, committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and provide an environment where people feel valued and supported to do their best work.

This is a key role within the finance team, responsible for delivering high‑quality, timely financial information to support both strategic and operational decision‑making. You’ll play an important part in strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and supporting the ongoing development of the finance function.

Responsibilities include:

  • Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports
  • Providing insightful financial analysis to senior stakeholders to support planning and decision‑making
  • Reviewing, managing and improving internal finance processes, controls and procedures
  • Supporting and driving change initiatives within the finance function
  • Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
  • Ensuring compliance with internal policies and relevant accounting standards
  • Supporting year‑end processes and liaising with external auditors where required

What you'll need to succeed

  • Ideally ACA, ACCA or CIMA
    qualified
  • Proven experience in a Management Accountant or Finance Manager role
  • High levels of integrity, confidentiality and discretion
  • A collaborative team player with a proactive, flexible approach
  • Strong IT capability, including advanced Excel and Power BI
  • Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage at all levels of the business

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive and flexible benefits package
  • Minimum of 25 days’ holiday, increasing with service, plus buy and sell options
  • Hybrid working

What you need to do now
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