Management Accountant

Management AccountantLocation : Hybrid role, Office based Southampton.Salary : £65,000 - £90,000 per annum, DOE + Excellent Benefits!Contract : Full-time, permanentAt DEKRA, safety isn't just what we do it's who we are.Part of a global network of 49,000+ professionals across more than 60 countries, we help organisations in high-hazard and safety-critical industries prevent incidents, protect people and strengthen organisational safety and reliability.We are now looking for our next Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in supporting DEKRA in the UK.A day in a life and the impact you'll makeDEKRA is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to play a pivotal role within our UK Finance function.This is a senior, business-facing position where you will act as a finance business partner, providing insight, leadership, and robust financial control to support performance, profitability, and growth.You will take ownership of monthly management reporting, budgeting and forecasting, audit liaison, and team leadership, while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.This role suits a fully qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical excellence with people leadership and commercial influence.What you'll doLead the finance team to consistently meet internal and external reporting deadlinesProduce accurate monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis and commentaryLead month-end and year-end close, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset controlEnsure all group reporting and intercompany deadlines are metPrepare cash flow forecasts and support financial planningAct as a finance business partner to P&L owners, providing timely and meaningful financial insightAttend and contribute to Business Manager P&L review meetingsAnalyse financial and non-financial data to support decision-making, profitability, and growthLead the annual budget and periodic forecasting cyclesOwn the annual audit process and act as the key liaison with external auditorsEnsure statutory accounts are prepared and filed in line with deadlinesManage and develop a small finance team (Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable)Review and improve accounting processes, controls, and efficienciesEnsure adherence to accounting policies and governance standardsProvide technical accounting guidance where requiredAct as an active member of the Senior Leadership TeamWork collaboratively across departments to drive continuous improvementChampion DEKRA's values, behaviours, and safety cultureWhat you bringEssentialFully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experienceProven experience managing and developing a teamStrong working knowledge of SAPSolid understanding of core accounting principles, particularly revenue accountingConfident communicator able to influence both finance and non-finance stakeholdersProactive, resilient, and solutions-focused approachDesirableExperience in a multi-entity or group reporting environmentBackground in business partnering within a complex organisationWhy join DEKRAAt DEKRA, our people live our values every day:Safety first - always Integrity - acting ethically and transparently Customer focus - delivering value and trust Entrepreneurship - taking ownership and creating opportunity Team spirit - collaboration, respect, and shared successYou'll join a global organisation with strong leadership, a supportive culture, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact at both operational and strategic levels.What success looks likeMonthly management accounts delivered accurately and on timeReliable, insightful reporting for both local and group stakeholdersA motivated, well-led finance teamContinuous improvement in processes, controls, and collaborationIf you're a commercially minded Management Accountant looking for a senior, influential role with flexibility and scope to lead, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help shape the future of DEKRA UK.No agencies please.At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.TPBN1_UKTJ