Management Accountant

2 Sisters Food Group; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Grimsby is seeking an experienced Accounts and Audit Senior. The ideal candidate will lead audit assignments and prepare management accounts for various clients. This role requires ACA or ACCA qualification and at least three years of audit experience in a UK practice. Benefits include 28 days holiday, increasing with service, and a death in service benefit. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

28 days holiday including public holidays

Death in service benefit

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Must be ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist with relevant experience.
• Minimum three years of audit experience in a UK‑based practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments for various clients.
• Prepare and review statutory and management accounts.
• Identify accounting and audit issues.
• Maintain effective client communication.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple assignments

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified

Minimum three years of audit experience

Job description

Our client is looking to expand the team with the recruitment of an Accounts and Audit Senior. Have you got what it takes to succeed? The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.

Audit Senior Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients, including large entities, group assignments, SMEs and clients with varying turnovers.
• Plan and execute audits in accordance with UK Auditing Standards.
• Supervise and review the work of junior staff, providing on‑the‑job training and feedback.
• Maintain effective communication with clients throughout the audit process to resolve queries and manage expectations.
• Prepare high‑quality working papers, financial statements, and audit reports.
• Identify and communicate accounting and audit issues to managers and partners, offering practical solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Accounts Senior Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory and management accounts.
• Prepare associated corporation tax computations and returns.
• Prepare self‑assessment tax returns.
• Support clients with accounting queries.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday including public holidays.
• Holiday increases by one day per year after five years of service.
• Death in service benefit – 2 × annual salary payable to estate on death.
• Free on‑site parking.

Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or finalist with relevant experience).
• Minimum three years of audit experience in a UK‑based practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, and auditing standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.