Management Accountant

Management Accountant Chelmsford, Essex (4 days on-site) Full-time Permanent

The OpportunityWe’re recruiting a Management Accountant for a high-profile institution in a unique Chelmsford setting. This is a hands-on role for a CCAB qualified professional (or exceptional QBE) who can combine financial rigour with operational insight and thrive in a developing finance function.Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Deliver budget vs actual, YoY and forecast variance analysis
• Provide clear, insightful commentary on risks and opportunities
• Develop accessible reporting for senior and non-finance stakeholders
• Lead improvements in structure and reporting quality

Systems & Improvement

• Work effectively with legacy systems, using strong Excel and manual reconciliations
• Maintain accuracy while navigating system limitations
• Support finance system upgrades, helping define reporting and improve data quality

About You

• CCAB qualified or strong QBE
• Hands-on, detail-oriented and commercially minded
• Advanced Excel skills
• Confident communicating with non-finance stakeholders
• Improvement-focused and adaptable

Why Apply?

• Shape and modernise financial reporting
• Gain exposure to senior leadership
• Join an organisation evolving its systems and finance capability
• Work in a prestigious and attractive environment

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