Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a well-known children's charity on a permanent basis. The postholder will be supporting the finance team with the production of management accounts and will assist in the finance business partnering function. This role will involve working closely with budget holders to ensure a smooth operation of the financial management function., * Prepare monthly management accounts and provide commentary

• Compile and analyse financial data to conduct detailed variance analysis (actual vs. budget)
• Provide explanations for significant discrepancies and suggest corrective actions
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of finance policies, procedures, and processes
• Lead the development and maintenance of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for key teams
• Collaborate with budget holders to gather data and ensure realistic projections
• Perform regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies or unusual items
• Complete periodic journals for cost allocations
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested by management
• Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
• Work closely with other departments to gather and validate financial data
• Part-qualified accountant and actively studying (ACA, ACCA, CIMA,) * At least 3 years' experience in a similar finance role * Good understanding of double entry bookkeeping, journals and prepayments * Accounting experience from the Charity sector *

Skills Required