Management Accountant

Management Accountant

Peopleware Consulting Ltd is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to oversee management accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. The successful candidate will provide accurate financial insights to support strategic decision-making and business performance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Analyse financial performance, variances, costs, and key business drivers.
• Provide management with financial insights and recommendations for decision-making.
• Monitor budgets, expenditure, cash flow, and cost control.
• Develop financial models, reports, and performance dashboards.
• Ensure accurate accounting records and timely month-end close processes.
• Review and improve financial controls and accounting processes.
• Support pricing, investment, cost-saving, and other commercial decisions.
• Coordinate with Finance, Operations, and other departments on financial matters.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Monitor financial KPIs and identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Lead and develop junior accounting staff where applicable.
• Drive continuous improvement across management accounting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• ICAN certification is required; ACCA or equivalent professional qualification will also be considered.
• 5–7 years’ progressive accounting experience, including significant management accounting experience.
• Previous experience in a management or supervisory role is required.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, management reporting, and cost control.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience within a structured corporate environment is preferred.

Essential Skills & Competencies

• Strong management accounting and financial analysis skills.
• Excellent knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel and proficiency in accounting/ERP systems.
• Excellent financial reporting and presentation skills.
• Strong business acumen and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to non-finance stakeholders.

Personal Attributes

• Commercially aware and results-oriented.
• Analytical and highly organised.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Proactive with a strong focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to peoplewarerecruitment@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.