Temporary Role: Management Accountant
*Location: North London
*Resources – Finance
*Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a dedicated Care and Support Management Accountant to join our team. This role is crucial for providing a professional and comprehensive management accounting service to support decision-making and financial planning. The ideal candidate will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reporting, and will support the Financial Reporting and Analysis Manager in preparing financial information for future planning.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Manage all aspects of budgeting, financial performance reporting, forecasting, and financial business analysis specifically for care and support services.
*Assist in preparing the 5-year budget, developing a responsive budgeting system aligned with strategic plans to improve bottom line performance.
*Prepare monthly management accounts that are accurate, relevant, and timely for review by the Executive team.
*Engage actively with service managers to resolve issues/queries and communicate key conclusions and implications to senior management regarding budget targets.
*Support tenders and bids for new or existing services.
*Lead discussions and plans on significant issues affecting the services and organisation.
*Assist in the preparation of annual statutory accounts and associated schedules to ensure timely completion in line with the year-end timetable.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*CCAB part-qualified.
*Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Care and Support businesses.
*Proven experience in budget management and delivery of budget targets.
*Skilled in the preparation and presentation of monthly management accounts.
*Ability to explain financial information to non-financial staff and analyse variances from budget/forecasts.
*Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
*Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Opportunities for professional development and training.
*Supportive team environment focused on performance management, customer care, and value for money.
To apply for the Care and Support Management Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.