Management accountant

Management Accountant Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire Hours: 15 to 22.5 hours per week Salary: GBP38,000 to GBP42,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience Our client located in Portsmouth are looking for a part time Management Accountant. This is a new opportunity for a Qualified/Part Qualified Management Accountant to join our clients rapidly expanding team. As a key member of our finance team, you will report directly to the Finance Manager and work closely with a skilled and experienced small team. Hours: 15 to 22.5 hours per week. Salary: GBP38,000 to GBP42,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience. Management Accountant Expertise Required: The ideal candidate for this position will possess a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices, coupled with hands-on experience in managing financial records and analyses: * Proficiency in Xero or similar accounting software, with a deep understanding of bookkeeping practices and financial reporting. * Advanced skills in financial analysis, including the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and narratives. * Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, demonstrating an ability to align financial strategies with organisational goals. * Knowledge of payroll processes and regulations, with the flexibility to support this function as needed. * Strong competency in Microsoft Excel or equivalent, capable of handling complex datasets for analysis and reporting. Management Accountant - The Ideal Candidate: * You are a dynamic, detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Your communication skills are top-notch, allowing you to effectively articulate financial concepts to non-finance colleagues. * A Qualified/Part Qualified Management Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) or with relevant experience in a similar role. * A strategic thinker, capable of seeing the bigger picture while ensuring the accuracy of fine details. * Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility for your work. * A collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with others to achieve shared goals. * Adaptable and eager to take on new challenges, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Management Accountant Essential Attributes: * Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail. * Strong organisational and time-management abilities, capable of prioritising tasks in a deadline-driven environment. * Integrity and transparency in handling sensitive financial information. * A commitment to excellence and a drive to continuously elevate the financial function within the organisation. Management Accountant Desirable Attributes: * Experience in a fast-growing company, familiar with the challenges and opportunities such growth presents. * A background in information management systems, particularly in designing or implementing financial components. * Additional certifications or courses related to finance, accounting, or business management. * An innovative mindset, with a history of suggesting and implementing improvements to financial processes or systems. Keywords: Management Accountant, ACCA, CiMA, AAT, XERO Management Accountant