Management Accountant

Your new company A well-established and growing professional services firm is looking to appoint a Management Accountant to join its expanding outsourcing team. Working with a varied portfolio of UK and international clients, you'll become part of a collaborative business that combines technical expertise with a genuinely supportive and down-to-earth culture.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys management accounting, cloud-based software and building strong client relationships, whilst developing their career within a successful and growing practice.Your new role Your responsibilities will include:Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accountsManaging a portfolio of UK and international clientsPreparing and reviewing VAT returnsPerforming balance sheet reconciliationsSupporting clients with accounting software queriesWorking with a variety of accounting systems, including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics and SAPLiaising directly with clients and building long-term relationshipsSupporting process improvements and efficiencies within client finance functionsWhat you'll need to succeed Strong double-entry bookkeeping knowledgePrevious experience preparing management accountsExperience completing VAT returnsConfident undertaking balance sheet reconciliationsExperience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similarStrong communication and client-facing skillsExperience gained within an accountancy practice or outsourcing environment would be advantageous.What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits packageHybrid and flexible working arrangementsOngoing training and professional developmentExposure to a diverse portfolio of clients and industriesSupport towards further professional qualificationsClear progression opportunities within a growing teamThe opportunity to develop expertise across management accounting, VAT and cloud accountingWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk