Divisional Management Accountant
Permanent
Stoke on Trent
£50,000 - £60,000 +
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced join a well-established, fast-paced group of companies operating within the automotive and specialist engineering sector. This is a key leadership role supporting the Finance Director with day-to-day operations, month-end processes, and group-level reporting. You'll be instrumental in driving financial performance, improving processes, and ensuring strong financial governance across multiple trading entities.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting - Lead and deliver month-end processes in conjunction with the Financial Accountant, including preparation of monthly Board Packs and supporting commentary.
- Prepare divisional budgets, forecasts and weekly cashflow/profitability projections in collaboration with business leaders.
- Ensure financial data is accurate, timely and aligned with group reporting requirements.
- Monitor and analyse divisional financial performance and provide insights to support operational and strategic decisions.
- Maintain oversight of audit processes and ensure financial controls are followed across the division.
Business Partnering and Commercial Support - - Provide financial insight to senior management teams across the division, supporting key decision-making and operational planning.
- - Work closely with functional and site leaders to identify risks, opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
- - Participate in senior management meetings at site level, acting as the finance lead for strategic and operational discussions.
- Systems, Process and Risk - - Own and support the integration process between the new divisional DMS system and group finance software.
- - Contribute to the design and implementation of improved financial processes and reporting tools, including dashboards and real-time data reporting.
- - Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, audit requirements and internal control processes.
People Leadership and Development - Line manage the Assistant Management Accountant, including setting objectives, providing regular feedback and supporting development.
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities appropriately, ensuring the team are given the opportunity to develop new skills and grow within their roles.
- Build strong working relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues across all levels of the business.
- Promote a positive team culture based on trust, continuous improvement and shared accountability.
In order to be successful in the role of the Divisional Management Accountant you will:
Essential - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent), or qualified by experience in a comparable role.
- Proven experience in producing monthly management accounts and analysing large, complex data sets.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software and financial systems.
- Demonstrable experience in leading or supervising team members, including performance management and development planning.
- Strong delegation skills and a proactive approach to developing others.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Experience in financial business partnering or supporting commercial decision-making.
- High standards of accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable - Experience working across multiple sites or functions within a group or divisional structure.
- Experience managing remote team members or supporting development of cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with DMS and finance systems integration or implementation.
- Experience of change management or leading financial systems/process improvements.
- Proficiency with Power BI or similar financial reporting tools.
- Experience coaching or mentoring junior staff as part of a structured development programme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team within a forward-thinking service organisation. You will work in a collaborative environment where your contribution directly supports the delivery business objectives.
If youre ready to take the next step in your career, wed love to hear from you. Please apply now or get in touch with Jo Thompson for more information. Feel free to contact me directly with any questions about the role or the recruitment process.
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