Job Description
Management Accountant
* Job Type: Full-time
* Location: Gloucester
* Salary: Up to £50k
My client is currently seeking an Experienced Management Accountant to join their rapidly growing business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to take control of the Management accounts and coordination of month end reporting.This role involves preparing monthly management accounts from start to finish, conducting balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting business reporting.While experience in manufacturing and standard costing is advantageous, it is not essential.The ideal candidate should be eager to face challenges, adept at problem-solving through process and controls review, and capable of suggesting improvements.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Preparation of Management Accounts:
o Adhere to group timetable for monthly management account preparation.
o Provide detailed analysis on operational and commercial performance.
o Support 2 Accounts Assistants
o Conduct reconciliations according to a predetermined monthly timetable.
o Ensure all key balance sheet accounts are reconciled with commentary on significant movements each period.
o Manage the Fixed Asset Register in accordance with local or group policies.Focus on intercompany trading, loan relationships, and other related parties.
o Provide cover for weekly sales and orders reports issued to the group.
o Complete cash flow forecasts each Monday for review.
o Conduct weekly operational checks on shop issues and stock issuance.
o Engage in other reporting activities for the wider business.
* Other Responsibilities:
o Support with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
o Assist the AP and AR functions with queries.
o Handle ad hoc duties as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Proven experience as a Management Accountant or in a similar role.
* Confidence to take control of Management accounts and present to your manager to review together
* Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial reporting.
* Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to process improvements.
* Effective communication and collaboration skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.