They are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to take ownership of the monthly management accounts
Our client is a fast-growing, dynamic, and interesting business based in Stoke on Trent offering fantastic product choice, great brands and sensational service. They are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to take ownership of the monthly management accounts.
Job Description:
As the Senior Management Accountant, you’ll be working closely with the Finance Director, the duties will be as follows:
1. Assume full ownership of management accounts, providing clear insights into financial performance
2. Lead the month-end accounts preparation, ensuring a seamless close
3. Providing an oversight and authorisation for balance sheet reconciliations
4. Establish and refine month-end routines to enhance efficiency and set an ambitious 10-working-day, month-end close process
5. To prepare impactful Board Packs that facilitate strategic decision-making
6. Innovate and develop dynamic reporting formats that meet business needs
7. To leverage AI and BI tools to streamline processes, enhancing both accuracy and consistency in reporting
8. Cultivate and enhance data and analytical capabilities to support informed decision-making
9. Provision of cash flow forecasting to inform strategic planning
10. Spearhead the creation and completion of robust budget and forecasting models
11. Drive year-end completion and effectively liaise with auditors for a smooth audit process
12. Deliver comprehensive financial performance reports and conduct in-depth analysis
13. Lead monthly financial review meetings with departmental managers to explain findings and performance
14. Providing financial insight to support strategic operational decisions
15. Challenging and supporting commercial teams to ensure sound financial choices
16. Ad-hoc analysis and reporting, including key promotions and commercial initiatives
For the Senior Management Accountant role, it would be good to see candidates with:
17. ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualification (candidates who are Qualified by Experience will also be considered)
18. Advanced Excel skills
19. A hands-on approach
20. Someone who will take responsibility and show initiative
21. A friendly and approachable personality
22. Someone who wants to progress within their role
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Salary: £50,000 Per Annum
Brampton Recruitment is an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.