Management Account

As a Management Accountant in the construction sector, based in Runcorn, you'll play a key role in managing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting. You'll support the FC to keep the business running smoothly and help make informed decisions. Client Details This organisation operates within the construction industry in Runcorn, £60mil T/O business. Description Strategic Business Partnering * Provide strategic financial partnership to the Commercial Director and Senior Leadership Team, offering insight, challenge and support for key decisions * Support bids and strategic opportunities by providing financial analysis and commercial input to tenders * Challenging assumptions and influencing outcomes with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset Financial Control & Reporting * Lead P&L and cashflow management in collaboration with the Commercial Director and QS teams * Maintain accurate project financial reporting, including cost tracking, budget monitoring, margin analysis, WIP and accruals * Ensure CVR accuracy by identifying and resolving discrepancies, including outdated accruals in CVR and Business Central system Management Accounts * Manage the Fixed Asset Register, including additions, disposal and depreciations * Producing and interpreting monthly management account with variance analysis * Own the month-end close process, including accruals, prepayments and staff allocations * Conduct overhead variance analysis to identify trends and cost drivers * Manage intercompany accounts and ensure accurate reconciliations * Prepare monthly business unit reporting packs for senior review. * Prepare & Reconcile VAT returns and ensure timely submission. * Reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts including intercompany balances, resolving queries * Support the audit process by preparing documentation and evidence * Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes * System - Root cause analysis - investigating underlying problems and implementing long-term solutions * Providing support to the Finance department as required Profile * Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA,) * Proven experience working in a similar role in the housebuilding or construction sector * Strong technical grounding * Strong Excel and data analysis skills * Organised, proactive and solutions-focused * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills * Analytical mindset with high attention to detail * Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines * Strong organizational and multitasking skills * Strong commercial curiosity - you want to understand how the business really works Job Offer • A competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000, dependent on the level of experience. • Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities. • Based in Runcorn, with a focus on the construction industry. • 25 days holidays plus BH