Senior Management Accountant

RECfinancial is currently working with this well established Leicestershire based Accountancy Practice as it looks to recruit an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join their growing Finance team. This is a fabulous opportunity for an experienced candidate to showcase their skills.

This historical organisation has a very professional, traditional yet modern and friendly feel to it, offering hybrid working after probation. The business focuses heavily on the well being of its staff, with the role sitting firmly in the heart of the business.

The business has seen significant growth over the past few years and shows no signs of slowing down.
Given the location of the role in Leicester, the position is easily accessible by car from all areas of Leicestershire, Nottingham, Coventry and Derby.

The role reports directly into the Senior Manager and covers a number of key areas of support from the day-to-day management accounts to cash flow forecasting. The role would very much suit someone who is hands on and able to work on their own initiative. 

There will be no pressure in getting involved in year end financials or tax. Just the fun stuff.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in the above areas and my client is open to candidates from all sectors. They will also consider candidates who are AAT qualified

This role focuses on preparing high-quality management accounts and delivering clear financial insights to support client decision-making.

You will work with a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors and play a key role in delivering cloud-based accounting services, particularly using Xero.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accountant who enjoys working closely with clients, producing insightful financial information, and supporting a growing team. Experience within an accountancy practice is advantageous but not essential.

What are the key elements of the Senior Management Accountant.

Manage a portfolio of clients and build strong working relationships

Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts

Analyse financial performance and provide clear commentary

Prepare cash flow forecasts, budgets and financial projections

Process journals and period-end adjustments (accruals, prepayments, depreciation)

Prepare and submit VAT returns

Review accounting records and resolve queries

Support and mentor junior team members

Contribute to process improvements and the use of cloud accounting technology.

What skills do we want from the Senior Management Accountant?

AAT, ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)

Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting/bookkeeping

Strong systems knowledge including Xero, Sage and Excel

Excellent communication and client relationship skills

What skills do we want from the Senior Management Accountant?

AAT, ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)

Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting/bookkeeping

Strong systems knowledge including Xero, Sage, Dext and Excel

Excellent communication and client relationship skills

What’s on offer for the Senior Management Accountant?

£34000 - £41000

Generous holidays

Fabulous benefits package

Hybrid working

Pension

Parking

For further information, please call Neil or email to discuss this and other opportunities

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