Management Accountant - Letchworth

Job Details

Level: ExperiencedJob Location: United Kingdom - Letchworth - LETCHWORTH, Hertfordshire SG6 2TSPosition Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Finance

About the Role

Northland Controls is seeking a Management Accountant to join our Finance team in Letchworth. This is a key role supporting both the Finance function and the wider business, with responsibility across core accounting activities, financial reporting, audits, and international transactions.

The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a global environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, financial analyses, and account reconciliations.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.

• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the general ledger.

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports and records.

• Meet all processing, reporting, and regulatory deadlines.

• Respond to information requests and assist with internal and external audits.

• Ensure accurate internal and external reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Oversee and liaise with external parties including auditors, accountants, banks, vendors, tax authorities, and insurance providers.

• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition and optimise financial results.

• Work closely with international finance teams on global initiatives and cross-border transactions.

• Manage cash and banking activities.

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.

• Provide ad-hoc support to the Finance team and wider business as required.

 

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent).

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience (5+ years total accounting experience preferred).

• Strong numeracy, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• High level of organisation and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong ethical standards and professional integrity.

Desirable:

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or NetSuite highly beneficial).

• Experience working with international transactions and multi-entity accounts.

• Knowledge of tax, audit, and regulatory compliance.

 

Reporting Structure

This role does not have direct reports but works closely with colleagues and provides financial insights to management.

 

 

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, office-based role in Letchworth.

• The position is primarily sedentary.

• No travel is required.

• Candidates must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

 

This job advertisement is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may change to meet business needs.