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Senior Management Accountant

Senior Management Accountant

Absolute RecruitHertfordshire
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Salary : 45000 - £55000

Location : Hertfordshire

Contract Type : Permanent

We’re recruiting on behalf of a privately owned, forward‑thinking business based in Hertford, seeking a Senior Management Accountant.

Location : Hertford

Permanent | Full-time

Salary : Up to £55,000

This is a hands‑on role within a collaborative finance function, offering a mix of monthly reporting, analysis, and team support, with real exposure to senior stakeholders and group‑level finance.

The Role :

As Senior Management Accountant, you’ll play a key part in the month‑end close process, supporting multiple business units with accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and continuous improvement of financial processes.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Take ownership of monthly management accounts across multiple entities, including P&L, balance sheet reporting, and variance analysis against budget and forecast
  • Oversee day-to-day ledger activities, including review of purchase and sales transactions
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns
  • Support year-end processes and liaise with external auditors to ensure smooth and timely completion
  • Act as a key point of contact for finance-related queries across the business and with external partners
  • Assist with the monitoring of stock levels and inventory processes to support accurate reporting
  • Maintain and review reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data
  • Provide mentoring and day-to-day support to junior members of the finance team

About You :

  • Previous experience in a management accounting or similar finance role
  • Confident producing full sets of management accounts with strong attention to detail
  • Advanced Excel skills and a solid understanding of finance systems
  • Organised and deadline-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Clear communicator who thrives in a collaborative team setting
  • Part-qualified, finalist, or fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
  • Why Join This Business?

  • Ambitious, independently owned business with a strong focus on innovation and growth
  • Friendly, close-knit finance team led by approachable and supportive leadership
  • Real opportunity to add value through involvement in systems improvements and process development
  • Excellent benefits including healthcare rewards, enhanced holiday, and pension contributions
  • Free on-site parking, regular social events, and a genuinely positive working culture
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