Management Accountant

  • JAMES GEORGE RECRUITMENT LIMITED
  • Mar 01, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Management Accountant

£35,000£40,000 + Study Support
Halstead, North Essex

Barnes Roffe Recruitment is working on an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented Management Accountant to take responsibility for the full management accounts function across up to four companies.

This is a hands-on role offering end-to-end ownership of monthly reporting, financial control, and strategic support to senior management. It would suit a proactive individual who enjoys operating with autonomy in a multi-entity environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Full management of financial operations, including:
    • Accounts payable
    • Sales invoicing
    • VAT returns
    • Monthly management accounts preparation and reporting
  • Budgeting and forecasting, including cashflow management and cost analysis
  • Providing financial insight and performance analysis to Directors
  • Supporting business growth through accurate forecasting and financial planning
  • Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including accounting and tax obligations
  • Managing relationships with external advisors (Accountants, Solicitors, HMRC)

About You

  • Confident working independently and managing multiple entities
  • Strong knowledge of UK accounting principles
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
  • Experience with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, Orderwise or similar)
  • Manufacturing or construction industry experience would be beneficial
  • AAT qualified or currently studying towards ACCA or CIMA is preferred
  • Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable supporting senior leadership

Whats on Offer

  • Competitive salary (£35,000£40,000)
  • Study support
  • Opportunity to take real ownership within a growing multi-entity business
  • Direct exposure to Directors and strategic decision-making

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please contact Nicola Rouse, who will be delighted to help.


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