Management Accountant (12 month FTC)

Management Accountant Salary £40,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience 12 Month FTC Ashford Hybrid At Saga, we are looking for a Management Accountant to join our Insurance Finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for the financial aspects of costs management and commercial support for both our brokering and claims businesses. You will support the Finance Manager and Senior Finance Business Partner in ensuring that the finance function delivers support, challenge & insight for all financial aspects of those businesses. Collaboration is important to us at Saga, and our Insurance Finance team typically come together one day a week in Ashford, Kent. Package Description Every day our colleagues deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. We believe exceptional work deserves even more exceptional rewards, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package for all colleagues. We offer total flexibility over where you work; you choose a place that you feel most comfortable and productive, either from home or in one of our hubs in London, Ashford, or Sandwich. BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO ALL COLLEAGUES: Our working week is 35 hours per week, these can be worked flexibly to suit your working style 25 days holiday + bank holidays Option to purchase additional leave up to 5 extra days Pension scheme matched up to 10% Life assurance policy on joining us Wellbeing programme Colleague discounts including family discounts on cruises and holidays Range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Grandparents leave Company performance related annual bonus - Up to 5% Income protection Access to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platform Main Responsibilities As a Management Accountant in our Insurance Overheads team, you will be responsible for General Ledger accounting along with preparation and control of balance sheet reconciliations. You will be accountable for the following areas: Production of monthly overhead actuals reporting versus forecast and budget, including entity level reporting and functional reporting for budget holders. Preparing monthly performance variance analysis at a detailed spend level vs prior forecast and budget for presentation to management. Identification of any emerging issues or risks, proposing appropriate and proportional solutions. Supporting the Finance Manager and Senior Finance Business Partner in the preparation of full year forecast and variance analysis for overheads. Supporting the Finance Manager and Senior Finance Business Partner in the preparation of the 5-year plan and budget models for overheads in accordance with business needs and central data requirements, including understanding of inputs and detailed analysis of variances version on version. Assisting in the production of monthly PowerPoint packs for senior management review. Responding in a timely and accurate manner to all internal and external audit requests relevant to the role. Ensuring that the business and our customers are always supported, including the speedy resolution of finance related information requests. Ad hoc support on commercial projects. The Ideal Candidate Our ideal Management Accountant would be ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified. While experience within the Insurance industry isn’t essential, it would be advantageous. You will need to have strong management accounting knowledge and experience with TM1 or an equivalent reporting system. Personal Characteristics: Good communication skills Ability to use own initiative or work as part of a team Organised and proactive approach Confident Excel user Self-motivated and passionate about delivering quality Flexible approach to workload with an ability to deal with ad-hoc requests on a timely basis A professional approach and high regard for confidentiality About The Company Over the past 70 years, we have become the UK's specialist provider of products and services to people aged over 50 in the UK. The Saga brand has become one of the most recognised and trusted brands amongst UK consumers in this demographic, recognised for its high quality products and exceptional standards of service. These include cruises and holidays, insurance, personal finance, and the Saga Magazine. At Saga, we are committed to treating all employees fairly and to offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement. We value diversity not just because it is the right thing to do, but because diverse teams perform better. We’re passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Championing diversity is important to us, and diverse teams really are the best ones. We’re dedicated to creating a culture where every colleague feels like they belong. So that at Saga, more than anywhere else, you can be your best, be yourself and make a difference. Fair consideration is given to all applicants, including those with disabilities and those who are over the age of 50. As champions of age inclusivity and signatories of the Age-Friendly Employer Pledge, we are proud of our multigenerational teams. We are also an official Disability Confident Committed employer and ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible and we will make reasonable adjustments as required. For more information on our DEI policies please visit our Saga Careers page. Saga does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees, or any other company location. Saga will not be responsible for any fees related to CVs received in this unsolicited manner. #LI-VL1

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