Accountant

Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £60,000

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Flexible / Hybrid working available

Job summary

Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a well-established manufacturing business in Chesterfield to recruit a Senior Management Accountant. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of a broad range of management accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, payroll and month‑end responsibilities.

The role offers significant variety and would suit a qualified finance professional who enjoys combining technical accounting with commercial and

Qualifications

• Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA in accounting or finance.
• Five years’ experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Strong experience preparing management accounts and month-end.
• Excellent balance sheet controls, reconciliations and statutory reporting.
• Good understanding of UK taxation, payroll and HMRC.
• Strong Excel and ERP/finance systems knowledge.
• Manufacturing, SOX or international group reporting is a plus.
• Analytical, organized and able to communicate with non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.
• Own key month-end close activities and ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare and review payroll, taxation, inventory and overhead adjustments.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Review inventory, manufacturing costs and provisions for obsolete stock.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and profit elimination.
• Support monthly business reviews, forecasts and financial analysis.
• Maintain ERP data, group reporting, year-end schedules and tax information.
• Prepare VAT, PAYE, NIC, P11D and other statutory calculations and submissions.
• Manage monthly payroll for around 50 employees and related deductions.
• Maintain company car records and related tax reporting.
• Authorise payments and supplier changes; assist banking administration.
• Support SOX controls and internal governance requirements.
• Monitor budget vs. expenditure and flag risks and forecasting opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members and provide cover as needed.

Skills

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification

Management accounts

Month-end processes

Excel

ERP systems

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification

Tools

ERP / finance systems

Job description

About The Role

Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in Chesterfield to recruit a Senior Management Accountant. This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to become a key member of an experienced finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of a broad range of management accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, payroll and month‑end responsibilities.

Company: Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd

Location: Chesterfield, UK

Salary: £40,000 to £60,000

Job Type: Full Time

About The Role

Company: Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd

Location: Chesterfield, UK

Salary: £40,000 to £60,000

Job Type: Full Time

Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in Chesterfield to recruit a Senior Management Accountant. This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to become a key member of an experienced finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of a broad range of management accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, payroll and month‑end responsibilities.

The role offers considerable variety and would suit a qualified finance professional who enjoys combining technical accounting with commercial and operational involvement. You will work closely with senior management, operational teams and colleagues across the wider business, providing accurate financial information and helping to strengthen financial controls, systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow reporting
• Take ownership of key month-end close activities and ensure reporting deadlines are achieved
• Prepare and review journals covering payroll, taxation, inventory, overhead absorption and other month-end adjustments
• Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies
• Review inventory balances, manufacturing costs and obsolete or slow‑moving stock provisions
• Complete intercompany reconciliations, reporting and profit elimination processes
• Support the preparation of monthly business reviews, forecasts and financial analysis
• Upload and validate financial information within ERP and group reporting systems
• Prepare year‑end schedules, statutory accounts support files and corporate tax information
• Prepare and review VAT, PAYE, National Insurance, P11D and other statutory calculations and submissions
• Prepare and process the monthly payroll for approximately 50 employees, including overtime, expenses, holiday pay and salary sacrifice deductions
• Maintain company car records and complete the associated tax calculations and reporting
• Authorise payments and supplier bank detail changes in the absence of the Financial Controller
• Support banking administration, authorised signatories and foreign currency exposure management
• Coordinate SOX documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and governance requirements
• Review departmental expenditure against budget, highlighting risks, overspends and forecasting opportunities
• Mentor and support junior members of the finance team while providing cover across finance and administration when required

About You

We are looking for a commercially aware and technically capable finance professional who is comfortable taking ownership and working across a varied remit.

You Will Ideally Have

• ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualification
• At least five years’ experience within a finance or accounting role
• Strong experience preparing management accounts and managing month‑end processes
• Excellent knowledge of balance sheet controls, reconciliations and statutory reporting
• Good understanding of UK taxation, payroll and HMRC requirements
• Strong Excel skills and experience using ERP or integrated finance systems
• Manufacturing, SOX or international group reporting experience would be advantageous
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills, with the confidence to work with finance and non‑finance stakeholders

Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience
• Company pension
• Free onsite parking
• Flexible working / Hybrid if required