Financial / Management Accountant

Clarify Consultancy Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarify Consultancy Ltd. is seeking an ambitious Financial/Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller in preparing monthly management information and financial performance analytics.

You will prepare monthly management accounts, assist with cash flow forecasting, budgeting and cost centre analysis to drive efficiencies across the business. You will also oversee day-to-day accounting operations, reconcile bank accounts and stock, manage month-end close, and liaise with auditors and

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or degree in accounting/finance and studying towards CIMA/ACCA or QBE.
• Strong understanding of management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.
• Experience in retail / multi-site finance environment would be advantageous.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Support FC with daily management of the team, cash flow forecasting, departmental budgeting and cost centre analysis to drive efficiencies.
• Develop best practice processes and procedures in the department and across the business.
• 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.
• Maintain VAT Returns.
• Handle additional ad hoc / project duties.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Education

AAT qualification or degree in Accounting/Finance

Studying towards CIMA/ACCA or QBE

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client, a market leading company, are currently recruiting an ambitious, commercial aware and proactive Financial/Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller in preparing monthly management information and other financial performance analytics.

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.