Management Accountant

Management Accountant
North Derby - Hybrid (3 Days in & 2 days out)
£50,000 - £55,000
Full Time, Permanent

SF Partners are working on an exclusive basis with a superb business in Derbyshire. We are seeking a commercially minded Management Accountant to support financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, and control activities across a multi-site business. This role will work closely with finance and operational teams to deliver accurate management information, support decision-making, and drive continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting analysis.
- Complete month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
- Produce regular financial reports and investigate variances.
- Support year-end reporting and audit requirements.
- Analysis & Business Partnering
- Provide financial insights to operational stakeholders.
- Support KPI reporting, profitability reviews, and performance analysis.
- Assist managers in understanding financial performance and controlling costs.
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Monitor performance against budget and forecast.
- Prepare variance analysis and management commentary.
- Controls & Compliance
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls.
- Support statutory reporting, audits, and compliance activities.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Systems & Process Improvement
- Assist with financial systems maintenance and reporting enhancements.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy.

Requirements
- Experience in a Management Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant, Assistant Accountant, or similar role.
- Experience preparing management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Strong understanding of month-end accounting processes.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, and data analysis.
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA part-qualified or studying.
- Experience in a multi-site or fast-paced commercial environment.
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite