Management Accountant
Brother International Europe Ltd
📍 Manchester (Hybrid)
🏢 About Brother
Brother is a global brand, delivering products and services to customers worldwide with manufacturing and sales facilities in over 40 countries and regions. Since being established in 1908 as a sewing machine repair business, the Brother Group has grown to be at the forefront of innovation in its history of more than 110 years. Underlying all activities is our “At your side” spirit, which always places our customers first.
We do this with a customer-first attitude and commitment to the circular economy, ensuring minimal impact on the environment through our “At your side 2030” vision and environmentally conscious approach.
🌍 About BIE
Brother International Europe (BIE) is the European Headquarters for the Brother Group. We work alongside 20 European offices and are responsible for shaping and supporting the pan-European strategy.
Our teams provide expertise across product, logistics, environmental strategy, IT, finance and operations. As an Investors in People organisation, BIE are committed to the growth and development of our people, reflected in how roles are designed and supported.
🌀 About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to deliver accurate and timely reporting, including the production of budgets, forecasting and insightful analysis for Brother International Europe.
📌 Role Responsibilities
* Manage BIE departmental expenses, taking responsibility for monthly results, annual budgets and ongoing monthly and quarterly forecasting, including investigating and reporting any variances.
* Maintain and manage the monthly accruals and prepayment schedules.
* Prepare monthly management meeting presentations.
* Reconcile, review and report BIE’s balance sheet, highlighting any discrepancies and key issues.
* Prepare and submit VAT returns and Intrastat reports.
* Manage various financial reports to support department managers
* Conduct capital expenditure (Capex) analysis and reporting
* Provide support to the DSC (Direct Service Company) webshop, including reconciliations and reporting as required
* Support the Finance Manager with ad hoc financial tasks and projects as required
👤 About You
* Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with a commitment to completing professional qualification (study support available)
* Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
* Excellent analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex data and support sound decision making
* Effective teamworking skills
* Expertise in accounting principles and financial reporting
* Proven experience in budgeting, financial planning and forecasting
🎁 What’s on Offer
As well as a competitive salary, BIE offer a range of benefits:
* Hybrid & Flexible Working options
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (plus option to buy 5 extra)
* Industry-leading pension (up to 10% company contribution
* Life Assurance & health cash plan
* Training & career development opportunities
* Free parking, EAP, social events, environmental days & more
📩 Apply now through LinkedIn or email your application to: recruitment@brother.co.uk