Management Accountant
Gloucestershire - Hybrid
Job Description
The Management Accountant will provide accurate financial information, analysis, and reports to support management decision-making. This is a new role within Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS), requiring independent thinking and the ability to challenge processes.
Reporting to Head of Finance & Operations
Located at Head office – Stroud – hybrid working.
Renumeration £35,000 Full Time Equivalent (£14,000 pro rata)
Hours 14 hours per week (negotiable)
Term 1-year Fixed Term (March 26 - Feb 27)
Main Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts and explain variances against budget.
- Manage balance sheet reconciliations.
- Develop the reporting process to ensure each department has accurate and timely management reports.
- Support Head of Finance & Operations with development of policies, processes, and procedures to ensure robust, efficient and effective cost controls.
- Support the finance team with monthly payroll submissions (100+employees) to ensure correct information for pay and reporting, including processing the monthly payroll journal.
- Support with day-to-day financial administration processes.
- Assist with the annual budget preparation.
- Support with the annual accounts and audit file. Aid the auditors during the independent examination process and with the preparation of the annual accounts.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Professional Accountancy Qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA/ AAT) part of fully.
- Or qualified by experience.
Experience & Knowledge
- 5 years plus proven experience in financial management, budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning, preferably in voluntary and charitable sector.
- Experience and knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
- Ability in financial software and tools, Xero & Excel
Skills, Attitudes & Abilities
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Skilled in using financial and other data to steer organisational activity and performance.
- Exceptional communication and people skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Gloucestershire Counselling Service.
Please send your CV and a cover letter by clicking on Apply Now.
Salary: £35,000 Full Time Equivalent (£14,000 pro rata)
Hours Per Week: 14
