Management Accountant

Husqvarna Group; Newton Aycliffe; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Flexible Working Arrangements

Pension & Retirement Plans

Life Assurance

Job summary

Husqvarna Group seeks an accomplished UK-based Accountant to support monthly financial accounts preparation for the UK. This site-based role requires four days on site, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

Key responsibilities include monthly close, accruals, group reporting, fixed assets, and VAT returns, with collaboration across internal teams and external auditors. CIMA/ACCA qualification and SAP/JDE experience are required.

Qualifications

• CIMA, ACCA or equivalently qualified, with at least three years relevant post qualification experience.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, practices and procedures.
• Good understanding of external audit processes and requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across the business and with external stakeholders.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to strengthening financial processes and controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using SAP and/or JDE ERP systems.
• Experience with group reporting packages, knowledge of AARO would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the monthly financial close, ensuring activities are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Perform routine account analysis, reviews and transactional accounting, liaising with third parties and internal management as required.
• Prepare and fully reconcile accruals, prepayments and provisions.
• Prepare and submit monthly group reporting.
• Maintain control of the Sales Company’s fixed assets, including monthly reconciliations, reporting and depreciation postings.
• Maintain control of the Sales Company’s right of use assets, ensuring reporting complies with applicable accounting standards.
• Analyse financial data and prepare accurate general ledger journal entries.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Support the external audit process by liaising with auditors and providing relevant documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Complete monthly stock reconciliations across the JDE, PRMS and REX systems, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit the UK VAT return, ensuring records are accurate and processes remain compliant with relevant requirements.
• Arrange and monitor monthly foreign exchange hedging activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Excel expertise

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

CIMA/ACCA or equivalent

Post-qualification experience

Tools

SAP

JDE ERP

Group reporting packages

AARO knowledge

Job description

At Husqvarna Group, we believe true innovation begins with bold ideas, thoughtful actions, and unwavering dedication. With more than 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries, not for the sake of change, but to create meaningful impact for our customers, our people, and the world around us. At the heart of our Power for Growth strategy is a clear commitment to scaling innovation, creating customer value, and empowering our people to succeed.

Husqvarna Group is proud to be recognized as one of Europe’s Best Employers 2026 by the Financial Times and Statista, ranking 36th out of 1,000 companies and as the second highest ranked Swedish company.

Being BOLD means stepping beyond our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. We do this with CARE, always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves to the highest standards. We are DEDICATED, and this dedication fuels our progress: we work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success.

This is how we Win Through Culture, by living our values every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident employer, committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

The Accountant will support the accurate preparation of monthly financial accounts for the UK.

This is a site based role requiring four days per week on site, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

Responsibilities and Key Tasks

• Coordinate the monthly financial close, ensuring activities are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Perform routine account analysis, reviews and transactional accounting, liaising with third parties and internal management as required.
• Prepare and fully reconcile accruals, prepayments and provisions.
• Prepare and submit monthly group reporting.
• Maintain control of the Sales Company’s fixed assets, including monthly reconciliations, reporting and depreciation postings.
• Maintain control of the Sales Company’s right of use assets, ensuring reporting complies with applicable accounting standards.
• Analyse financial data and prepare accurate general ledger journal entries.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Support the external audit process by liaising with auditors and providing relevant documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Complete monthly stock reconciliations across the JDE, PRMS and REX systems, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit the UK VAT return, ensuring records are accurate and processes remain compliant with relevant requirements.
• Arrange and monitor monthly foreign exchange hedging activities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• CIMA, ACCA or equivalently qualified, with at least three years relevant post qualification experience.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, practices and procedures.
• Good understanding of external audit processes and requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across the business and with external stakeholders.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to strengthening financial processes and controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using SAP and/or JDE ERP systems.
• Experience with group reporting packages, knowledge of AARO would be advantageous.

What We Offer

At Husqvarna Group, we’re committed to supporting our people with a benefits package that reflects our values and dedication to excellence. When you join us, you’ll gain access to a wide range of rewards designed to help you thrive, both at work and beyond.

• Competitive Salary We offer a competitive salary reflective of your experience and contribution, reviewed regularly to ensure alignment with the market and internal equity.
• Performance Based Incentives Recognising and celebrating your achievements.
• Life Assurance Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary
• My Husqvarna Benefits Platform Your one-stop hub for exclusive employee perks, wellbeing resources, and discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute.
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave Supporting you through life’s important moments
• Recognised for Excellence Proud recipients of the Better Health at Work Award – Maintaining Excellence and Investors in People – Silver Certification.
• Pension & Retirement Plans Company pension with matching contributions of up to 8%, helping you plan confidently for the future.
• Learning & Development Opportunities Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs.
• Flexible Working Arrangements Because we CARE about our people, we support flexible working and family-friendly policies that recognise different life stages.
• Global Career Pathways - Opportunities to grow within a truly international organisation.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.