Our client, a market leading company, are currently recruiting an ambitious, commercial aware and proactive Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller in preparing monthly management information and other financial performance analytics.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for:
* Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
* Supporting the FC with the daily management of the team, cash flow forecasting, departmental budgeting and cost centre analysis to drive efficiencies and improve workflows across the business
* Developing best practice processes and procedures both in the department and across the wider business where applicable
* Oversee daily accounting operations (sales ledger, purchase ledger, cashbook)
* Reconcile bank accounts, stock, and manufacturer accounts
* Manage month–end and year–end close processes
* Support budgeting and forecasting activities
* Analyse variances and provide actionable insights to management
* Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards
* Liaise with auditors, external accountants, and stakeholders
* Maintaining the VAT Returns
* Additional ad hoc / project duties
As a successful candidate you will be AAT Qualified / Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and studying towards CIMA/ACCA or QBE with a strong understanding of management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. Proven experience in retail / multi–site finance environment would be an advantage.
You will also possess strong analytical and problem–solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, strong communication and business partnering skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems are also essential.
In return the company offers a competitive remunerations and benefits package with plenty of ongoing training/study support, genuine scope for fantastic career progression and a dynamic, fast paced work environment.
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