Management Accountant

Management Accountant
Location: Oxfordshire
Contract: Temporary (6 months initial)
Salary: £24.37 umbrella / £21.99 PAYE Inclusive / £19.62 PAYE Exclusive
Start Date: ASAP
Contact: rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk
 
Job Description
Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Oxfordshire for a Management Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will work within a collaborative finance team, you will provide high-quality management accounting support to service areas, helping budget holders make informed financial decisions while ensuring strong financial governance and reporting standards are maintained.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial support, guidance and budget monitoring assistance to cost centre managers across a range of service areas
• Prepare and maintain accurate management accounting information, including journals, accruals, forecasts and budget adjustments
• Support monthly corporate reporting processes, financial modelling and the preparation of working papers for year-end accounts
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, system enhancements and the development of efficient financial reporting practices

Candidate Criteria

• Part-qualified accountant or AAT qualified (or equivalent) with experience in management accounting and budget monitoring
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and present findings clearly to stakeholders at all levels
• Experience supporting non-finance managers and explaining financial information in a practical and accessible way
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities effectively in a collaborative environment

 
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who could be, please contact Rachel at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.