Ascent Recruitment is pleased to support a fantastic retail business near Stockport searching for a Senior Management Accountant.
This hands-on role involves ownership of management reporting, payroll, VAT, and month-end processes.
You'll work closely with senior leadership, providing insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making and business growth.
This is a great opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
It's ideally suited to an ambitious individual looking for a clear path to Finance Manager and, in time, a Head of Finance role.
Key Responsibilities:-
* Management Accounts – Prepare accurate monthly accounts with variance analysis for UK and EU entities.
* Month-End – Lead month-end close, including reconciliations, journals, and accruals.
* Budgeting – Support budgets and forecasts, tracking performance against targets.
* Controls & Compliance – Maintain robust financial controls and ensure adherence to accounting standards.
* Collaboration – Support junior finance staff and partner with other departments.
* Projects – Contribute to process improvements and other ad-hoc initiatives.
* Payroll – Help with payroll submissions and reconciliations across multiple countries, ensuring compliance.
* VAT – Help manage VAT filings and compliance across the UK and Europe.
About You:-
* ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or finalist/PQ)
* Strong experience in management accounting
* Strong Excel
* Analytical, detail-focused, and comfortable in a fast-paced setting
* Stock experience
Salary and Key Benefits:-
* Circa £50,000-£55,000,
* Bonus
* 25 days, plus bank
* Hybrid working
* Free parking
If you're interested, please apply for a quick response.