Experienced management accountant Job Title: Management AccountantLocation: Watford Reporting to: Financial Controller / Head of FinanceTeam Size: 2 Direct Reports Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our finance team. This role is pivotal in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust financial controls across the group.Key ResponsibilitiesMonthly Management Accounts:Prepare and deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts for a portfolio of 40 restaurants.Balance Sheet Reconciliations:Review and maintain balance sheet reconciliations across multiplied entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy.Margin and Payroll Analysis:Conduct detailed food and beverage margin analysis and payroll reconciliations to support operational efficiency.Cost Management:Oversee central cost allocations and collaborate with department heads to review and manage monthly expenditure.Cash Flow Management:Monitor and manage daily group cash flow, ensuring liquidity and optimal working capital usage.Budgeting and Forecasting:Support the budgeting and forecasting cycles, providing insights and variance analysis to aid planning.Audit Preparation:Lead the preparation for statutory audits, liaising with external auditors and ensuring compliance with reporting standards.Team Leadership:Manage, train, and develop two direct reports, while offering guidance to the wider transactional finance