Management Accountant Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Management Accountant includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Gather and analyze financial information
  • Support budgeting and funding
  • Assist the company in managing its investment portfolio
  • Generate weekly, periodic and monthly reports
  • Advise on problems and suggest improvements
  • Supervise lower-level personnel
  • Assume responsibility of accounting procedures
  • Evaluate the company’s performance using key data
  • Make forecasts to assist business planning and decision-making
  • Conduct risk assessment and advise on ways to minimize risk
  • Liaise with external auditors to ensure all deadlines/requirements are achieved

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Management Accountant duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Management Accountant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.