Management Accountant
Aareon is the leading provider of SaaS solutions for the European property industry. With our software, we digitise and connect the industry and support our clients in optimising processes and acting more sustainably. Our solutions address the major challenges of our time : climate change, housing shortage and skills shortage.
We value a working environment in which diversity and flexibility are appreciated, cooperation in partnership and mutual support in the team are a matter of course and learning is perceived as an opportunity.
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Salary Range : 45,000 - 55,000 per year depending on qualifications & experience
Work Location : Remote
Hours per week : 37.5
Contract type : Permanent
The Management Accountant will play a key role in providing accurate financial reporting, analysis, and strategic insights to support business decision-making for the Social Housing customer segment. This position involves preparing monthly management accounts, conducting variance analysis, assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes, and working with the sales and commercial teams to drive value. This role will include an element of continuous process development. As the business grows, this role will be integral to reviewing processes, identifying weaknesses and rolling out improved processes where required.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with the team to deliver quality, on-time results
- Reconciliation of the relevant parts of the balance sheet and dealing with any resulting discrepancies
- Build excellent stakeholder relationships and understand key business drivers of financial data, and support sales and contracting process
- Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance, highlighting areas of improvement and cost-saving opportunities
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with company goals
- Point of contact for the audits on all areas under the role's remit
- Assist in the continuous improvement of financial processes, systems, and reporting techniques
The Ideal Candidate
Enthusiastic team player the role will require the individual to adapt to current needs and work demandsActively assists others through coaching / mentoring in their specialist areasAnticipates possible problems and develops contingency plans, in advanceExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong attention to detail and a high level of accuracyRequired Skills
Professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) (Part Qualified considered if relevant experience is proven)Proven experience as a Management Accountant or similar role, with at least 3 years of experience in financial managementStrong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgetingProficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel skillsBonus
Experience with financial modelling and variance analysisExperience of working in a SaaS / Technology business