Baltic Recruitment are supporting a client based in Newton Aycliffe, in their recruitment for a proactive and highly motivated Management Accountant to join their busy team. This role is a 3-6 Month Contract but can progress into a Permanent role for the right individual.
Overview
The successful candidate will prepare monthly management accounts and be responsible for reporting the financial performance of their Business Unit to various stakeholders across the Group.
Management Accountant Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Preparation of accurate and timely management accounts
Preparation of relevant balance sheet reconciliations, in line with group policy
Completion of commercial reporting and margin analysis
Analyse company data and financial information providing financial insight to inform all stakeholders
Assist in maintaining and developing accurate standard costings for all products
Undertake product cost variance analysis providing appropriate reporting
Assist with preparation of budgets and forecasts
Continually be looking to improve all financial and non-financial processes
Communicate financial results and forecasts in a style appropriate for non-finance stakeholders
Ensure compliance with all financial regulations
Other ad-hoc tasks as requested by key stakeholders/line manager
Manufacturing Operative Applicants:
Essential requirements:
2 Years Accounting experience
Qualified/Part Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
Excellent attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Strong organisation and administrative skills and an ability to prioritise tasks in a timely manner
Ability to identify opportunities to improve process and make efficiencies
The ability to problem-solve and think on your feet * Self-motivated with a positive approach
Initiate, execute and embrace new methods of work and projects
A quick learner who's flexible and willing to help where needed
Ability to initiate and achieve challenging targets and work under pressure
Able to work on own initiative and manage own workload
Excellent listening, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
A calm, but confident approach
Team player
Desirable Requirements
Industry Experience, preferred
Cost Accounting Experience, preferred
Experience in the kitchen manufacturing industry