via reed · 1 June 2026 ·6 days ago

Senior Management Accountant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Colchester Full-time
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Your new company We are seeking a high-calibre Management Accountant to join a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA accountant looking to develop their career within a business experiencing both organic growth and acquisition-driven expansion.

Your new role You will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and robust financial controls, and play a key role in supporting business performance within a growing environment.

  • Producing monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis and commentary

  • Supporting and owning balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls

  • Responsibility for budgeting and forecasting cycles

  • Reviewing payroll

  • Supporting year-end audit and statutory accounts preparation

  • Preparing reports for external stakeholders

  • Acting as a key contact for budget holders and operational teams

  • Contributing to process improvements as the business grows

What you'll need to succeed
  • Qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA

  • Experience in management accounts preparation (accruals, prepayments, reconciliations)

  • Advanced Excel skills and strong systems experience

  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail

  • Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement

  • Ability to work to deadlines and manage priorities


What you'll get in return
You will be joining a talented finance team and working in a supportive team environment.
A competitive salary in the region of £50,000 to £57,000 depending on experience.
Pension.
Hybrid and flexible working options.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Excellent benefits package including leisure, service, retail discount card.
Support with continued training and development including CPD and annual membership fees.
Excellent opportunity to broaden your skills and develop in the business.

What you need to do now
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 on your career.

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