Management Accountant | Cheshire | Hybrid 4W1H | £35,000 - £40,000 + 33 days holiday | Retail/FMCG
This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced retail business with a strong people-focused culture and a reputation for doing things differently. The finance function plays a central role in supporting operational decision-making, providing insight that directly impacts performance across the business. With continued growth and investment, the business is strengthening its commercial finance team, offering genuine development, exposure to senior stakeholders, and long-term progression.
The Role
* Prepare periodic management accounts with full variance analysis
* Produce balance sheet reconciliations for designated departments
* Support budgeting and forecasting for retail labour costs and head office functions
* Deliver weekly performance reports to aid business decision-making
* Provide detailed cost analysis and insight to operational teams
* Challenge performance and highlight drivers of variances proactively
* Support wider finance team with ad hoc commercial projects
About You
1. Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
2. Strong commercial mindset with the ability to add value beyond the numbers
3. Advanced Excel skills essential
4. Experience in improving processes and driving effic...