Management Accountant

Our client is in need of a Part-Qualified management Accountant to join their organisation in Birmingham. The role is hybrid and paying £35,000 per annum. What you'll do: • You will handle core accounting tasks such as preparing journals, accruals, and prepayments with accuracy and attention to detail. • You will drive budget setting processes and forecasting activities by collaborating closely with business managers across the Property Investment area. • You will hold monthly budget monitoring meetings with key stakeholders to ensure effective financial oversight and support organisational targets. • You will partner directly with business managers to provide insightful financial analysis that informs decision-making and supports modern living housing objectives. • You will contribute to the preparation of management accounts by gathering relevant data and ensuring timely reporting. • You will assist in identifying areas for process improvement within the finance function, promoting efficiency and accuracy. • You will support the wider finance team by participating in cross-team projects and sharing knowledge across functions. • You will maintain up-to-date records of financial transactions in compliance with internal policies and external regulations. • You will utilise practical Excel skills (including VLOOKUPs, SUMIF, Pivot Tables) to analyse financial information and present findings clearly. • You will respond promptly to queries from stakeholders regarding budgets, forecasts, or financial performance. What you bring: • Part-qualification in a professional accounting qualification such as ACMA, ACCA or ACA is highly desirable for this role. • Experience of accounting within a large or complex organisation is essential, including preparing journals, budgets, and forecasts. • Practical Excel skills are required; you should be comfortable using VLOOKUPs, SUMIF functions, Pivot Tables and other advanced features in an accounting or finance setting. • Ability to analyse financial information thoroughly and work collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure effective budget management is important. • Experience meeting with budget holders is advantageous but not mandatory; support is available for developing these skills further. • Excellent communication skills are necessary for engaging with colleagues across departments and presenting financial insights clearly. • A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is valued by the organisation. • Attention to detail when handling financial data ensures accuracy in reporting and compliance with regulations. • Adaptability is important as you may be required to increase office presence during busy periods such as month-end. • A positive attitude towards teamwork and knowledge sharing contributes greatly to success within this inclusive environment. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates