Management Accountant

Management Accountant | Cheltenham | Fixed term contract | up to 9 months | up to £55,000 The Company My client is a global top 20 leader in their field Role They are looking for a Management Accountant to join the UK Finance Team on a fixed term 6-9 month maternity contract. The Management Accountant will provide leadership and accountability for the Financial Function in supporting the strategic cluster. The role is located in Cheltenham with Hybrid Working. Key Responsibilities: * In collaboration with the Finance Director and Financial Controllers, ensure the accurate preparation and timely submission of all financial reporting in line with both the UK and Corporate requirements, currently encompassing the UK Group internal management accounts pack, and monthly reporting for Business Units. * Work as a Business Partner with the SMT leader and Cluster FCs, driving commercial decision making and robust control adherence. * Support the Financial Accountant on Statutory Accounts production and Corporate Tax packs. * Quarterly VAT returns/preparation/submission – in partnership with the Finance Team. * Complete weekly revenue and cost reconciliation exercises * Oversee the full p&l and balance sheet codes for the Strategic Business Units. * Monthly reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts. * Monthly uploading of data into OneStream in support of the Cluster Financial Controllers * Assist in managing interfaces with external stakeholders such as Auditors, Tax advisors, HMRC, Banks, etc. Personal Profile * Strong technical knowledge and experience around revenue and cost recognition within a service business * The ability to plan strategically and balance commerciality * Relevant experience and strong working knowledge of ERP Systems * The ability to deliver to tight timescales and deadlines consistently * Excellent day to day planning and organisational skills * Dynamism, aptitude for problem solving and teamwork, practicality, reliability, flexibility, and results oriented * Excellent communication skills and interpersonal relations at all levels * The ability to engage and influence colleagues to achieve common goals and objectives For further information, please contact Rhian Mountjoy By responding, we will register you as a candidate with Seymour John Limited. To understand how we will use your personal data, please read the Privacy Policy on our website