Management Accountant

Michael Page; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Management Accountant in Runcorn to oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for a growing FMCG business. You will manage month-end processes, deliver insights for decision-making, and ensure compliance with regulations while collaborating with multiple departments to improve financial operations.

The role offers a permanent position with a focus on cost savings and efficiency improvements, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, reporting, and

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance towards CIMA / ACCA.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Good knowledge of accounting standards and compliance regulations.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Provide financial insights to support key business decisions.
• Monitor and manage company budgets and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial operations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Prepare and present financial information to stakeholders.

Skills

CIMA/ACCA

Analytical skills

Budgeting experience

Financial reporting

Communication & collaboration

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

Financial software

Job description

This Management Accountant role in the FMCG industry is all about keeping the business finances on track. You'll be managing budgets, preparing reports, and ensuring smooth financial operations to support decision-making in Runcorn.

Client Details

An FMCG business in Runcorn has acquired a couple of new businesses earlier this year, and through this exciting growth piece have a couple of opportunities within their finance department. This MA being the first role to add to their finance team.

Description

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Provide financial insights to support key business decisions.
• Monitor and manage company budgets and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial operations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Prepare and present financial information to stakeholders.

Profile

A successful Management Accountant should have:

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance towards CIMA / ACCA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Good knowledge of accounting standards and compliance regulations.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Job Offer

• Salary between £40,000 and £45,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.
• Located in Runcorn, offering a stable and convenient workplace.
• Additional benefits to be discussed during the hiring process.
• Buy and sell holiday scheme

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