* Responsible for a small team, and overseeing the month-end close process
* Look after Group consolidation, ensuring an accurate reporting
About Our Client
Growing SME, Woking
*this role is 5 days a week in office, please note.
Job Description
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Lead and mentor a team of two Assistant Management Accountants, providing guidance and support
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Manage and ensure the timely and accurate completion of the month-end close for the business and Group consolidation process.
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Prepare and deliver monthly consolidated management accounts and KPI reports, highlighting financial performance and key metrics.
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Conduct detailed variance analysis to explain key drivers behind sales, gross margin, and operating profit fluctuations.
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Perform in-depth gross margin analysis across the Group, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
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Monitor and report financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing early warnings of potential variances.
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Oversee the complete monthly balance sheet close for the business, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
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Review and approve all balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring integrity of balances and timely resolution of discrepancies.
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Support the Head of Finance in preparing year-end statutory accounts, tax submissions, and managing external audits.
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Assist with the preparation of the annual budget, providing analytical input and financial insights.
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Lead or support ad hoc finance projects, such as finance system implementations and improvements to business processes and controls.
The Successful Applicant
Qualified - ACA / ACCA / CIMA
Strong IT skills - excel in particular
What's on Offer
£60k - £70k + Benefits
*this role is 5 days a week in office, please note.
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