Management Accountant

https://www.equationrecruitment.com/job-search/1940-management-accountant/accountancy-and-finance/bedfordshire/job2026-04-16 11:18:122026-05-13 Equation Recruitment
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Location Luton
Area Bedfordshire, England Bedfordshire England Luton
Sector Accountancy and Finance
Salary TO 45K DOE
Start Date
Telephone 01869629850
Job Ref MA20261
Job Views 9
Description

Management Accountant

£40,000 – £45,000 + benefits

Join a growing, purpose-driven business making a real impact.

Our valued client is looking for a talented and hands-on Management Accountant to join their team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director and Managing Director, this is a varied and influential role where you’ll play a key part in shaping the financial health and future of the business.

If you’re someone who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, improving processes, and being at the heart of a growing company this role offers both responsibility and opportunity.

 

The Role of the Management Accountant

This is a broad, hands-on position with ownership of core finance processes and significant exposure to senior leadership. You’ll take the lead on monthly management accounts while supporting wider financial operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

 

Key Responsibilities of the Management Accountant

  • Raising and processing sales invoices
  • Managing the sales ledger, including credit control
  • Processing supplier invoices, expenses, and credit card transactions
  • Managing the purchase ledger and preparing supplier payment runs
  • Preparing monthly stock valuation reports
  • Reconciling bank accounts and balance sheet accounts
  • Producing monthly management accounts
  • Maintaining the fixed asset register
  • Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns
  • Liaising with external advisers, including payroll providers
  • Supporting the development and improvement of finance systems and tools

 

What's required for the role;

We’re looking for someone proactive, detail-oriented, and confident working across all areas of finance.

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
  • Strong track record of maintaining accurate financial records
  • Excellent numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience using QuickBooks (or similar accounting software)
  • A problem-solving mindset with a continuous improvement approach
  • Confident communicating with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

 

Why Join this client as a Management Accountant

  • Work directly with senior leadership and influence key decisions
  • Broad, varied role with real ownership
  • Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes
  • Be part of a growing, forward-thinking business
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

 

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If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and want a role where you can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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