Management Accountant
* Do you have experience within the FMCG sector (food or drink)?
* Are you a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)?
* Can you work onsite in the West Midlands / South Wales border region?
We are delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer in their search for a Management Accountant. This is a permanent position based at a key production site in the West Midlands/South Wales area.
As the Management Accountant, you will play a vital role in providing financial insight and support to the business, helping to drive efficiency and profitability. You will manage financial data, analyse performance, and contribute to key decision-making processes that influence the company's success.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce accurate and timely management accounts at month-end
* Post daily bank transactions and reconcile balance sheet accounts
* Assist in preparing quarterly VAT returns and filing HMRC duty returns
* Perform stock reconciliations and maintain accurate inventory records
* Manage the Fixed Asset Register and oversee corporate card and expense systems
* Support the Finance Assistant and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise processes
* Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support financial planning
* Contribute to payroll postings, reporting, and month-end closing processes
* Provide ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis to support business decisions
* Identify and implement process improvements in financial reporting and controls
What we are looking for
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or equivalent
* Strong understanding of management accounting, with experience in month-end processes
* Proven experience in stock reconciliations, corporate card management, and expense systems
* Analytical mindset with excellent communication skills
* Experience in the FMCG sector, particularly food or drink, is a distinct advantage
* Team-oriented, with a proactive approach to solving problems and improving processes
Please contact Carl Maw for full details.