We are looking for a qualified Management Accountant for a 6-month temporary assignment, working for a fantastic organisation, based just a few miles from Cambridge City Centre, with parking close by!
As the Management Accountant, you will provide operational information and advice to the Finance Manager, Commercial Accountant, Head of Business Services and Senior Managers on financial performance, supporting and mentoring them in planning and financial operation of their sections.
The role exists to provide a wide range of financial management advice and support across a number of fields including financial strategy, planning and analysis, accounting and processing, financial advice and assistance, financial management, staff training and development, professional reporting, liaison and networking.
This is a full-time role working 37 hours a week with the option of hybrid working available.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- A qualified accountant (ACMA, ACA, ACCA, CIPFA) and evidence of being up to date on professional development and knowledge
- At least 5 years' experience in a similar role in a medium/large company in the HE or public sectors
- Strong analytical skills and able to analyse and interpret complex financial data
- Experience of managing and delivering a full range of finance services
- Experience of designing financial procedures
- Understand the aims and mechanics of 5-Year Planning, Financial Modelling etc.
- Good understanding of business processes and financial systems
- Good interpersonal skills, both written and verbal communications skills, but also tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to use own initiative to work proactively and independently, often working to deadlines set by others
- Excellent PC skills, especially Excel
- Skills and confidence in advising, supporting and working with senior managers, or directors
- Working knowledge of property matters and Facilities Management
To apply for the role of Management Accountant, please send a covering letter together with a copy of your CV in MS Word