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Management Accountant

£21.8 - £25.4 per hourEstimated
Full-time

Are you looking for a new challenge and ready to take the lead in shaping the future of care? Care UK is an awarding winning private care company with over 200 care homes across the United Kingdom. We are seeking an enthusiastic Management Accountant to join our vibrant and dedicated team.

At Care UK, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork are at the heart of all we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people and with a vast network of care homes and a diverse range of support functions, we're on a mission to find exceptional talent to join us on our journey.

The role: Reporting to the Finance Manager you will be part of the Reporting team. This team has responsibility for journal processing, processing of other transactions, review of costs and providing meaningful commentary/understanding to the wider team.


Key Responsibilities:

Providing regular reporting to influence performance and efficient cost control across the business.
Responsible for the preparation of regular reporting and monthly management accounts and supporting analysis to key stakeholders.
To ensure that all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly and that any areas requiring action are dealt with promptly. Ensure a strong financial control environment and review compliance of key controls for the balance sheet account to SOX standards.
Review/validation of monthly salaried payroll and accurate processing into accounting systems.
To ensure completion of statutory returns in a timely and accurate manner.
To assist with review and testing of internal controls to ensure a robust control environment.
To effectively manage relationships with internal and external service providers
Ongoing identification and communication of risks and opportunities
Business Partnering our Support Teams to gain knowledge and feedback on key spend lines on the P&L
Involvement in the annual budgeting and ongoing forecast processes


What We're Looking For:

ACCA / CIMA / ACA part-qualified
Previous experience of management accounts preparation including accrual calculations, balance sheet reconciliations and accounting adjustments to tight deadline
Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand a task as well as perform it.


Why Join Care UK?

Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.


We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!
Vacancy posted 27 days ago
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