Below is a typical job description for a Management Accountant which we hope you find useful. If you need any assistance with recruiting a Management Accountant in  Lancashire or North Manchester we would love to hear from you.

A Management Accountant plays a vital role in a finance team, analysing and reporting information that can help a business reduce cost and drive profitability.

Job description 

• Produce monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentaries
• Cash flow forecasting and reporting
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist in the production of the annual budget and periodic forecasting
• Provide management reporting and analysis to support decision making
• Calculation, presentation and payment of VAT
• Manage CAPEX and scenario modelling
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations
• Carry out continuous reviews of processes and encourage efficiency
• Detailed cost control and analysis.

Person Specification

Typical qualities of a successful Management Accountant include:

• Ability to analyse financial information
• Recommend strategies to improve profitability and business performance
• Strong communication and IT skills
• Part or fully qualified CIMA  /ACCA