Manager Management Accountant

COMPANY: Leading Private HospitalDESIGNATION: Manager Management AccountingSALARY: Open to discussAbout the roleThis is a management accounting role within Lanka Hospital, a healthcare provider in Sri Lanka. The position sits in the finance function and supports internal decision-making through budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and financial reporting. The role is open to Sri Lankan nationals only.ResponsibilitiesPrepare monthly management accounts, variance analyses, and financial reports for internal stakeholders.Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes, working with department heads to align operational plans with financial targets.Conduct cost analysis on hospital services, procedures, and overheads to identify efficiencies and support pricing decisions.Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to healthcare operations, including patient revenue, bed occupancy, and cost per case.Assist in the preparation of board packs, audit schedules, and regulatory submissions as required.Maintain and improve financial controls, ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable accounting standards.Liaise with operational teams to provide ad-hoc financial analysis and decision support for new initiatives or capital expenditure proposals.RequirementsMinimum 3–5 years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis, preferably within a hospital, healthcare group, or a similarly regulated service industry in Sri Lanka.Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and variance analysis in a multi-departmental environment.Proficiency in an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.Ability to work independently and communicate financial information to non-finance stakeholders.QualificationsFully qualified or part-qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or a recognised equivalent professional accounting body.A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognised university.SkillsFinancial modelling and forecastingCost and profitability analysisERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data visualisation)Report writing and presentationStakeholder communicationExperience3–5 years of post-qualification or relevant experience in management accounting.Experience in a healthcare or hospital setting is strongly preferred.