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:
Assume full ownership of management accounts, providing clear insights into financial performance
Lead the month-end accounts preparation, ensuring a seamless close
Providing an oversight and authorisation for balance sheet reconciliations
Establish and refine month-end routines to enhance efficiency and set an ambitious 10-working-day, month-end close process
To prepare impactful Board Packs that facilitate strategic decision-making
Innovate and develop dynamic reporting formats that meet business needs
To leverage AI and BI tools to streamline processes, enhancing both accuracy and consistency in reporting
Cultivate and enhance data and analytical capabilities to support informed decision-making
Provision of cash flow forecasting to inform strategic planning
Spearhead the creation and completion of robust budget and forecasting models
Drive year-end completion and effectively liaise with auditors for a smooth audit process
Deliver comprehensive financial performance reports and conduct in-depth analysis
Lead monthly financial review meetings with departmental managers to explain findings and performance
Providing financial insight to support strategic operational decisions
Challenging and supporting commercial teams to ensure sound financial choices
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:
ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualification (candidates who are Qualified by Experience will also be considered)
Advanced Excel skills
A hands-on approach
Someone who will take responsibility and show initiative
A friendly and approachable personality
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