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PQ Management AccountantEastlands Venue Services • Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
PQ Management Accountant

PQ Management Accountant

Eastlands Venue Services • Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
13 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description
PQ Management Accountant

PQ Management Accountant

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Etihad Campus

Reporting To: Finance Manager

Description
As an PQ/Assistant Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the Finance Manager with the delivery of accurate financial reporting and day-to-day financial operations across Eastlands Venue Services.

Working closely with operational teams and key stakeholders, you will assist with month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting, payroll reporting and financial analysis, whilst helping to ensure robust financial controls are maintained. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their management accounting experience within a fast-paced hospitality environment.


Your Day to Day responsibilities
Month-End & Management Accounts
  • Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Prepare journals, accruals and prepayments, maintaining accuracy across financial records.
  • Assist with month-end close processes and variance analysis.

Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare regular financial reports and KPI analysis to support operational decision-making.
  • Assist with budget monitoring and forecasting, highlighting key trends and variances.
  • Provide financial information and analysis to operational stakeholders as required.

Balance Sheet Reconciliations
  • Prepare and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Ensure supporting documentation is maintained for audit purposes.

Payroll & Labour Reporting
  • Support payroll reconciliation and maintain payroll trackers.
  • Work closely with the People Team and operational managers to ensure payroll data is accurate and complete.
  • Assist with labour cost reporting and budget monitoring.

Transactional Finance Support
  • Provide support across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities when required.
  • Assist with supplier queries, customer invoicing and payment reconciliations.
  • Support cash management and banking processes.

Compliance & Audit
  • Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and relevant legislation.
  • Assist with VAT reconciliations and statutory reporting.
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing accurate supporting documentation.

Process Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting.
  • Support system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Contribute towards developing efficient and scalable finance processes as the business continues to grow.


Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Experience
  • Previous experience within a finance or management accounting environment.
  • Experience supporting month-end processes and financial reporting is desirable.
  • Experience within hospitality, leisure or a fast-paced operational business would be advantageous.


Qualifications
  • AAT Level 4 qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) preferred but not essential.


Technical Expertise
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
  • Experience using accounting systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
  • Good understanding of management accounting principles.


Key Competencies
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management.
  • Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines.
  • Proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across finance and operational teams.


Job Benefits
  • Private Medical Insurance (Vitality) - including Virtual GP access and rewards
  • Group Life Assurance - 4x salary paid to your nominated beneficiary
  • Birthday Day Off - an extra day to celebrate
  • Complimentary Meals on Shift - breakfast, lunch, fruit and hot drinks
  • Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Platform - including counselling support
  • Employee Discounts Platform (Blackhawk) - cashback and savings across major retailers
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Generous Holiday Allowance - plus bank holidays
  • Career Development Opportunities - with progression across the campus
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