Head Hunted Recruitment are working exclusively with an award winning business who are one of the largest in their sector and boasting a strong market presence, the company are in the process of hiring an experienced Management Accountant to join their in-house Finance department. The Management Accountant will assist the FD in overseeing the day-to-day accounting functions, integrating finance operations, forecasting and budgeting, handling tax matters, preparing financial reports, and ensuring organisational financial stability. As Management Accountant you would be working closely with the Finance Director and would be responsible for managing internal financial reporting, and ensuring effective governance & control is maintained across the business. This role is crucial in providing strategic financial guidance to support the company's strategic growth and activities. Along with producing monthly reporting packs. Management Accountant Specific Job Responsibilities: * Supporting and assistant developing the Finance Department * Leading on Management Accounts - Analysing financial data * Supervision of 1 team member – offering support and training * Preparing financial reports for the Directors and other stakeholders * Analysing financial data and ad-hoc reporting * Overseeing and preparing timely and accurate Management Accounts – accruals and prepayments schedules – analysis of income / cost / margin * Asset reporting and management * Leading monthly budget meetings * Overseeing day to day transactions/sales/purchasing/nominal ledger * Control over Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, Customer Terms/Agreements, Credits & Issues, Rebates * VAT returns, Bonded submissions & preparation of other tax requirement eg R&D Claims * Support and liaise with department heads on all financial matters Management Accountant Experience: * ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience in a similar position) * Demonstrable experience within a Management Accountant or similar finance role in a consumer goods environment (or similar) * A keen eye for detail is essential as is working accurately and within time scale * Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures * Detail-oriented and methodical ensuring accuracy in financial reporting while mentoring and empowering others to overcome challenges. * A proactive problem-solver, with the ability to take ownership of issues and implement effective solutions. * A collaborative mindset, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve business objectives. This is an office based position and comes with an excellent salary of £42K per annum DOE. Head Hunted Recruitment Services Ltd and associated clients are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best at all times