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Management Accountant
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Are you a qualified accountant looking for a varied role within a modern, technology-driven accountancy practice?
I am delighted to be recruiting for a Management Accountant on behalf of a highly regarded and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive firm that embraces digital technology, flexible working and a collaborative culture.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality management accounting services to a varied portfolio of clients, whilst also overseeing and supporting a small team of bookkeepers.
The Role
As Management Accountant, you will be responsible for:
- Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients.
- Producing meaningful financial reports, forecasts and business insights.
- Reviewing bookkeeping work and ensuring accuracy across client records.
- Supervising, mentoring and supporting a small team of bookkeepers.
- Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a trusted point of contact.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes and drive efficiencies through technology.
- Supporting clients with budgeting, cash flow forecasting and business performance analysis.
- Working closely with senior management to enhance service delivery.
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About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
- Strong management accounting experience.
- Experience supervising, mentoring or managing junior team members.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
- A proactive and commercial approach to problem solving.
- Strong working knowledge of cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or similar platforms.
The Firm
This established Bristol-based practice has built an excellent reputation for providing high-quality advice to owner-managed businesses across the region. They are fully digital, continuously invest in technology, and pride themselves on delivering a modern approach to accountancy.
The firm offers a supportive and collaborative culture, genuine flexibility and an environment where employees can make a real impact.
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What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working with up to three days working from home each week.
- Modern offices in Bristol.
- Exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio.
- Opportunity to lead and develop a small team.
- A progressive, digitally focused working environment.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
What you need to do now
To find out more about this opportunity, or to discuss your next move in confidence, please contact Nic Cowley on 07872 158 558
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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