PQ Management Accountant

Anderson Knight is delighted to be working with a successful and growing business in Lanarkshire to recruit a Part Qualified Management Accountant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation in the hospitality sector. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the business continues to invest in its people and is looking for a Management Accountant who can play a key role in supporting financial performance and helping the business achieve its growth plans.

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for producing accurate management information, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and working closely with operational teams across the business. This role would suit an ambitious accountant who enjoys adding value through financial insight and wants to be part of a collaborative and supportive finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Responsible for month-end reporting, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Producing detailed variance analysis and providing commentary on business performance.
• Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with department managers.
• Monitoring key hospitality KPIs, including sales performance, labour costs and gross margins.
• Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring any issues are identified and resolved promptly.
• Assisting with year-end accounts and supporting the external audit process.
• Preparing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations.
• Supporting cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• Providing financial analysis and commercial insight to support business decisions.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and financial controls.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business and acting as a trusted finance partner.

About You

• Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or Relevant Experience
• Previous experience in a Management Accountant or Assistant Management Accountant position.
• Strong experience of month-end reporting and management accounts preparation.
• Good understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Confident communicating financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting systems.
• Experience within hospitality, leisure, retail or another fast-moving commercial environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

In return, our client offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team in a hybrid working environment. This is a great chance to join a growing business where you'll gain valuable exposure, work closely with senior management and have genuine opportunities to develop your career.

If you're looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and rewarding sector, we'd love to hear from you.