Job Description
Job Title: Management Accountant\n Location: Northampton \n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are looking for a skilled Management Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting across multiple international locations. This includes profit and loss and balance sheet analysis, cash flow reporting, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nWork closely with the ledger supervisor to ensure smooth and timely month-end closures.\n\nPrepare month-end financial results across multiple international sites and departments.\n\nConduct detailed analysis of departmental costs versus budget and prior year figures; present findings at monthly meetings.\n\nAssist the finance manager and head of finance with the preparation of the annual financial budget and related analysis.\n\nSupport senior finance team members in the successful and timely completion of statutory annual audits.\n\nPrepare and submit VAT returns and tax compliance reports in line with regulations.\n\nPrepare and submit National Statistics requests on time.\n\nPrepare weekly cash flow reports for senior finance management.\n\nMonitor foreign currency holdings and manage forward contracts using relevant systems.\n\nLiaise with the sales team on client deposit calculations and coordinate with the sales ledger team.\n\nSupport monitoring and reporting of trade debtors and client debt recovery efforts.\n\nEnsure compliance with all financial obligations and processes.\n\nSet up folders and ensure timely completion of balance sheet reconciliations for review.\n\nComplete the intercompany matrix as required.\n\nEscalate client queries to senior finance management in liaison with the ledger supervisor.\n\nCollaborate proactively with the finance team to maintain robust processes and drive continuous improvement.\n\nAssist in the ongoing development of the finance function, including training staff on processes and systems.\n\nRequirements\n\nMust be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).\n\nProven experience in management accounting, ideally within an international business environment.\n\nStrong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, VAT, and regulatory compliance.\n\nExperience with foreign currency management and financial systems.\n\nExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.\n\nProactive team player focused on process improvement.\n\nWillingness and ability to travel to the office 5 days a week