About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established and growing professional services organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions across multiple sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an ambitious and motivated Accountant to join their finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a late part-qualified or nearly qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. The successful candidate will gain broad exposure across management accounting, financial reporting, business partnering, and process improvement initiatives.

The Role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the production of monthly management accounts, financial analysis, and reporting across the business. You will work closely with operational stakeholders, providing financial insight and helping to drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting financial reports.
• Assist with project and contract profitability reviews, including work-in-progress (WIP) analysis.
• Monitor and report on unbilled revenue and outstanding project balances.
• Process and review financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making.
• Assist with year-end audit requirements and compliance activities.
• Support internal controls and governance processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Support and mentor junior members of the finance team where appropriate.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who is eager to develop their career in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Late part-qualified or nearly qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA.
• Previous experience within a management accounting or financial accounting role.
• Strong understanding of month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence using financial systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business.
• Well organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Positive, adaptable approach and willingness to challenge and improve existing processes.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Study support (where applicable).
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

If you're a motivated accountant approaching qualification and looking for a role that offers exposure, responsibility and career progression, we'd love to hear from you.

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