Management Accountant

Management Accountant

Location: Canterbury (Hybrid working available)
Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and proactive Management Accountant to join their Accounts and Finance team. Reporting to the Head of Finance and Operations, you will play a key role in preparing management accounting information, supporting year-end accounts, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and performance reports.
• Liaise with external accounting advisers and assist with business forecasts and budgets.
• Update practice management systems with charge-out rates, time, and fee targets.
• Assist with partner capital, current and tax account reconciliations.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and invoicing.
• Prepare VAT returns, cash flow management, and fee earner performance reporting.
• Provide support for day-to-day accounts processing, month-end close, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with company secretarial tasks and bonus calculations.

What We're Looking For:

• Partly Qualified, Qualified by experience or AAT qualified.
• Previous experience in a legal environment or with Solicitors Accounts Rules auditing.
• Strong knowledge of accounting for LLPs and Limited Companies, including tax systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with practice management systems and Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to 45,000.
• Hybrid working options available.
• Opportunity to work across multiple office locations.

If you are a detail-oriented professional with strong technical skills and a passion for delivering accurate financial information, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a forward-thinking team and make a real impact!