Management Accountant

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy, specializing in FMCG and retail, seeks a Management Accountant for their Manchester office. The role includes ownership of month-end processes, preparation of management accounts, and oversight of intercompany reconciliations. Candidates should be newly qualified accountants with strong Excel skills and an ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. The position offers a salary of £45,000 - £50,000, plus benefits including discounts and gym memberships.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Gym memberships

Additional perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience owning month-end processes end-to-end.
• Background in e-commerce, retail, or FMCG environments.
• Comfortable with real responsibilities in a fast-paced role.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the month-end close across multiple group entities.
• Prepare management accounts with commentary for senior leadership.
• Manage UK VAT returns and US sales tax filings.

Skills

Ownership of month-end processes

Strong Excel skills

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Experience in fast-paced environments

Education

Newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Part-qualified candidates may be considered

Job description

Role Overview

Management Accountant | Manchester | On-site | £45,000 - £50,000, plus benefits | FMCG/Retail/E-commerce

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing FMCG/retail/e-commerce business with a complex and expanding group structure. The company operates across online, retail and international markets and continues to scale at pace.

The business is entrepreneurial and fast-moving, offering broad exposure rather than a narrow, siloed remit. It is an excellent environment for a Management Accountant who wants ownership, visibility and the chance to grow with the organisation.

The Role

• Take full ownership of the month-end close across multiple group entities
• Prepare management accounts with clear commentary for senior leadership
• Review and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and deferred income
• Oversee intercompany reconciliations and eliminations
• Manage UK VAT returns and US sales tax filings via third-party software
• Prepare audit files and lead the delivery of year-end schedules
• Act as the first point of contact for audit queries and external advisors
• Oversee stock and supplier reconciliations, maintaining strong controls around stock and cost of sales
• Review and approve the monthly payroll prepared by HR, ensuring accuracy and correct posting
• Manage bank reconciliations, payments and cash flow forecasting
• Support budgeting, forecasting and ad hoc commercial analysis
• Work closely with operations, retail and e-commerce teams to improve financial reporting and processes
• Support and guide junior finance team members as the function continues to scale

About You

• Newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), though strong part-qualified candidates may be considered
• Proven experience owning month-end processes end-to-end
• Strong Excel skills with excellent attention to detail
• Experience working across multiple entities or business lines
• Background in e-commerce, retail, FMCG, practice or a smaller business environment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands‑on role with real responsibility
• Commercially aware, with the confidence to question and challenge information

What's on Offer

• £45,000 - £50,000 Salary
• Excellent benefits, including staff discounts, gym memberships, and other additional perks.
• Broad, hands‑on Management Accountant role with real ownership
• Close working relationship with the Head of Finance and senior leadership
• Exposure across e-commerce, retail and international operations
• Supportive, collaborative and fast‑paced working environment
• Being part of such an exciting brand, with endless possibilities!

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics

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