Summary: The Management Accountant role at a well-known third-sector organization in Cardiff involves overseeing day-to-day management accounting tasks, including budgeting, P&L, cash flow, and variance analysis. The position requires strong communication skills to collaborate with budget holders and support strategic financial objectives. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension, aimed at contributing to the organization's financial performance. The role is part of a collaborative finance team focused on implementing a new finance system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and financial commentary.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
• Uphold strong financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Assist the Finance Business Partners with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Support Office for National Statistics (ONS) reporting requirements.
• Work closely with budget holders and stakeholders, offering financial insights to support informed decision-making.
• Prepare documentation and assist in the year-end external audit.
• Compile information for grant and funding reports, ensuring compliance with financial conditions set by funders.
• Support cash flow forecasting and treasury management to maintain financial stability.

Key Skills:

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in management accounting.
• Strong technical skills in financial reporting, VAT returns, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and adapt quickly.

Salary (Rate): 40000

City: Cardiff

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other