About the Management Accountant RoleA high-growth professional services business based in the Southampton area are seeking to recruit a Management Accountant for a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. The company are able to support hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office expected.This is a key role within a forward-thinking finance team that is embracing technology and investing in smarter ways of working.You will play a central role in improving and automating management reporting, developing scalable Power BI dashboards, and streamlining data flows using Power Query and advanced Excel techniques. Alongside this transformation focus, you will deliver high-quality management accounts and insightful analysis to support decision-making across the business.Key Responsibilities of the Management AccountantProduce accurate and timely monthly management accountsDesign, build, and maintain automated reporting solutions using Power BI and Power QueryImprove and streamline existing Excel-based models and reporting processesIdentify opportunities to automate manual finance processes and reduce inefficienciesDevelop dashboards and visual reports for senior stakeholdersPartner with operational teams to provide meaningful financial insightSupport budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysisHelp shape best practice in data management, reporting standards, and documentationAbout YouQualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)Advanced Excel skills esse