* Working Hours: 8:30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
* Work Location: Bury BL9 8RQ
* Job Types: Full Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contact
* Role: Management Accountant
* Working Hours: 8:30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
* Work Location: Bury BL9 8RQ
* Job Types: Full Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contact
About the Company
Cranswick PLC is a leading UK food manufacturer, focussing on Continental specialities. Our unwavering commitment to first-rate quality and service, alongside our passion for food, has put us at the forefront as a trusted partner working with most of the UK's national retailers. We are devoted to nurturing talent and cultivating an inclusive working environment where driven professionals can excel and advance. The site processes olives, antipasti, slices continental charcuterie and cooked meats.
About the role
The purpose of the Management Accountant role is to provide the wider business with key financial information in a timely manner that can then assist with strategic decision making. You will be responsible for the preparation and analysis of the weekly management accounts, as well as the monthly management accounts too. You will also assist with adhoc reporting and requests and will be a key member of the finance department.
Company Values
We built our business on an unwavering commitment to quality, efficiency and innovation which is embedded in our culture. This is delivered by our hard-working, talented teams who continually drive the business forward.
Key Duties
* Preparation of weekly management accounts and variance analysis,
* Monthly CoS reconciliations, as well as direct cost reconciliations,
* Ensure monthly statutory returns are completed in a timely manner, and making sure different state VAT returns are separated correctly,
* Assisting in annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting,
* Maintaining and monitoring provisions schedules and rebate schedules,
* Assisting in internal and external audits,
* Look for and drive improvements in reporting and efficiencies,
* Maintain master costings sheet, and liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure this is kept up to date with latest costs,
* Completion of ad-hoc requests from group finance and other departments,
* Adhering to strict deadlines,
* Complete all duties in an accurate and timely manner,
* To work in a safe manner following agreed Health and Safety policy and procedures,
* Works to ensure that wherever possible tasks carried out minimise environmental impact,
* Adheres to all Company rules and Policies,
* Any other duties reasonably associated with your role.
About You
* A driven individual who takes ownership of projects.
* Someone who likes to work as part of a team to deliver results collaboratively.
* A candidate with a forward-looking approach wanting to identify new ways of doing things to improve performance.
* FMCG / Manufacturing experience desirable
* Fully Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA accountant
We are looking for someone who has a keen eye for detail and accuracy. A person who can take responsibility for their key duties and their performance. If you are enthusiastic about learning and a team player with a can-do attitude, then Cranswick Continental Foods is the place for you.
Second Nature
We believe sustainability should happen automatically whenever we make a business decision, big or small. It has become a natural function of how we operate. We are committed to campaigns such as reducing food waste by 50% before 2030, reducing plastic usage by 50% before 2025, Net Zero emissions by 2040 and much more.
How we recruit
At Cranswick Continental, we take pride in creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are committed to being an inclusive employer regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, medical condition or disability, or any other protected status.
We are an equal opportunities employer. At Cranswick we know that diverse teams are more likely to have greater innovation, creativity and understand of our customer needs. These are many of the things we are passionate about.
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