Job Description

Management Accountant (Social Enterprise)
About NOW Group
NOW Group is a social enterprise committed to supporting people with learning difficulties and autism into sustainable employment and meaningful lives. We deliver a range of services including training, employment support, and social enterprise initiatives across the Island of Ireland.
The Role
As Management Accountant you will be responsible for providing financial support across our social enterprises Loaf Catering & Cafes and JAM Card. You will provide direct support to the relevant department heads to help with data driven decisions; financial planning and analysis; deliver actionable insights and recommendations; support business development; monitor financial performance and provide monthly/quarterly financial reviews.
Key Responsibilities
1. Production of monthly commercial management accounts in line with the month end reporting timetable, including financial support to the nominated budget holders.
2. Analyse and resolve financial queries raised by commercial budget managers/holders for area of remit.
3. Completion of balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with defined procedures and best accounting practice.
4. Monthly reconciliation of the group Bank Accounts.
5. Participate in monthly stocktakes at each of the various sites across the organisation.
6. Review of nominal ledger to ensure accuracy of postings in line with agreed processes and procedures
7. Creation and processing of weekly financial reports across the commercial areas of the organisation.
8. Support Head of HR with the monthly payroll process including collation of timesheets across all sites.
9. Weekly review of commercial aged debtor reports including full responsibility for credit control.
10. Contribute to the annual external audit process.
11. Take ownership and responsibility of all tasks assigned and proactively seek solutions.
12. Assist in the review and development of internal financial control processes.
13. Support and maintain an effective central purchase ordering system for the NOW Group.
14. Provide ad hoc analysis and financial reviews as and when required.
15. Provide adequate training to staff across all commercial sites on existing/new financial processes.
This job description is not definitive and may be subject to review as the duties and responsibilities determine.
What We Offer
Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave plus 12 statutory days (pro-rata).
Health Benefits: Access to a Health Cash Plan (post-probation).
Wellbeing Support: Confidential counselling and financial advisory services.
Pension Scheme: 5% employer contribution.
Flexible Work Options: Hybrid working model, Bike-to-Work scheme, and holiday purchase scheme.
About the role
Additional Information
Employment is subject to an Enhanced AccessNI Disclosure check.
Policies on safeguarding, data protection, and the recruitment of ex-offenders are available upon request.
Join Us
Be part of a team that is transforming lives and creating brighter futures. As a Management Accountant you will play a vital role in ensuring the financial operations of NOW Group run smoothly, enabling us to continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support.
About the company
NOW Group are an award-winning social enterprise who deliver services across Ireland supporting people with learning difficulties, autism and neurodiverse conditions into jobs with a future.
We are passionate about changing lives and our priority is on outcomes and impact for individuals, their families and communities who are the most disadvantaged. We support participants to have better health, a better education and a brighter future. Our services are continually evolving as a result of co-design, participant feedback and project learning.
Required Criteria

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant accounting experience.
• Full driving licence and access to a car (if the effects of a disability prelude an individual from holding a driving licence they should indicate how they can meet the mobility requirements of the post, i.e. ability to get to different sites)
• Experience of producing management accounts.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, in particular MS Excel.
• Working knowledge and experience of accounting systems and software.
• Proven experience of using initiative and being proactive in seeking to improve systems and processes
• Ability to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise a varied workload effectively and efficiently.

• Experience using Sage Line 50 & Sage Payroll.
• Experience working in a social enterprise/hospitality environment.