Connected Finance is recruiting a Management Accountant on behalf of our client, a diverse and fast-growing group of businesses based in Chesterfield This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to join a passionate, close-knit team and gain exposure to a genuinely varied group of businesses. The Role Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in the financial management of the business, preparing accurate management accounts, maintaining effective financial processes, and supporting the day-to-day finance operations across a diverse portfolio of brands. What You'll Be Doing * Preparing monthly management accounts across multiple group companies. * Processing month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and deferred income. * Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating discrepancies. * Completing bank reconciliations and supporting group cashflow forecasting. * Preparing supplier payment runs and maintaining supplier records. * Reconciling revenue from multiple booking and sales systems, and supporting stocktakes. * Preparing VAT returns for review by the Financial Controller. * Supporting annual audit preparation and liaising with external accountants and auditors. * Building strong working relationships across the wider business and finance team. What We're Looking For Essential: * Previous experience in a finance or accounting role. * Strong Microsoft Excel skills. * Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. * Good organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Comfortable working independently while contributing effectively within a team. Desirable: * Experience preparing management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments. * Experience preparing VAT returns. * AAT qualified, studying towards a professional accounting qualification, or equivalent practical experience. What's on Offer * A company-wide unlimited annual leave policy. * A dynamic, enthusiastic and supportive team environment. * The chance to be involved in and attend sporting events outside the usual workplace