Management Accountant

Robert Walters UK; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Management Accountant to lead the management accounts function for UK and Ireland operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide accurate and timely financial information while collaborating closely with senior finance professionals. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, particularly in balance sheet reconciliations and management accounting. Join a forward-thinking logistics service provider that values creativity and innovation, where your contributions will help shape the financial landscape. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Actively studying CIMA or ACCA with excellent accounting system knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel at medium/advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Lead management accounts function for UK & Ireland operations.
• Prepare P&L forecasts and assist with annual budgets.

Skills

CIMA/ACCA

Accounting systems knowledge

Balance sheet reconciliations

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Actively studying CIMA/ACCA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Management Accountant

Salary: £40k - £45k based on experience

Location: Staffordshire

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the management accounts function for a major logistics operation in the UK and Ireland, providing accurate and timely information to the respective management teams. This role requires a professional who can present numbers clearly for non-finance users, demonstrating excellent organisational and time management skills.

What you'll do:

• Lead the management accounts function for UK & Ireland operations
• Provide accurate and timely operational information
• Work closely with the Financial Controller and Financial Accountant
• Production of accurate monthly management accounts for both the UK and Ireland
• Support the Chief Financial Officer / Financial Controller in presenting monthly results to the Management team
• Prepare P&L forecasts on a timely and accurate basis
• Assist with the production of annual budgets
• Maintain the integrity of the accounts software and associated supporting TMS’s master data
• Support ad-hoc projects to improve processes or reduce costs within the organisation

What you bring:

• Actively studying CIMA / ACCA
• Excellent working knowledge of accounting systems
• Experience in balance sheet reconciliations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel at medium / advanced level
• Strong influencing, written and oral communication skills

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a global active logistics service provider that strives for a better world where quality of life is improved, and social equity is reality. They look for people who embody a caring spirit, reliability, entrepreneurship, forward thinking, and boldness in bringing new ideas to perspectives.

What's next:

Ready for an exciting career move? Apply now! Please note, successful candidates will be required to show evidence of their right to work in the UK before their commencement of employment.

This role is managed by Walters People entity which is a temporary recruitment agency.

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Part Qualified Accountant

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Job Reference: KVI7O9-484A7FC7

Date posted: 21 February 2025

Consultant: Craig Wiggins

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