Management Accountant

Müller UK & Ireland; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy manufacturer is seeking a Management Accountant based in Skelmersdale. The role involves managing financial processes, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have proven experience, CIMA/ACCA qualifications, and strong analytical skills. Employees enjoy a range of benefits including bonuses, health insurance, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 10% annual bonus

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Career Progression Opportunities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Management Accountant, ideally in FMCG.
• Qualified/Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA, strong grasp of accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations according to schedules.
• Provide financial analysis and advice to senior management.

Skills

Management Accounting experience

CIMA/ACCA qualification

Analytical skills

Knowledge of accounting software

Advanced Excel skills

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Overview

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

We’re recruiting … Management Accountant. Are you ready to unleash your potential and build an exciting career in finance with Britain’s most chosen dairy brand? Müller UK & Ireland, part of the renowned Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, invites you to apply for our Management Accountant position based at our Skelmersdale location. With over 26,000 employees across Europe and a long-standing commitment to excellence, Müller is a family-owned business known for its dedication to quality, innovation, and growth. In the UK alone, we produce a wide range of leading branded and private-label dairy products, from yogurts and desserts to butter and flavoured milk.

Why Choose Müller? As a major food and dairy manufacturer, we’re driven by a bold vision and a commitment to empower our people to excel. At Müller, we embrace courage, promote forward-thinking, and believe that our greatest strength lies in our people. Joining us means embarking on a journey where your personal drive is valued, and your career is nurtured. The role will be site based with an element of flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end financial processes to ensure accuracy and compliance, inclusive of monthly P&L’s and Balance Sheet.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with group timetables, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and reforecasts, providing insightful variance analysis.
• Maintenance of the Fixed asset register as well as the associated controls.
• Completion of accurate bank recs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure financial targets are met.
• Ensuring accounting policies and procedures align with group standards.
• Provide financial advice and insights to senior management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Key skills & experience

• Proven experience as a Management Accountant is essential, ideally within an FMCG environment.
• Qualified/Part Qualified (Final Stages) CIMA/ACCA
• Strong understanding of management accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting is essential.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills is essential.
• Previous experience using Sage 200 would be advantageous.
• The ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively is critical.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with a desire to contribute to continuous improvement.

Benefits

Müller pride ourselves on offering support to help develop your knowledge and skills. In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer our employees numerous benefits as part of your employment, including: Up to 10% annual bonus, 4x Life Assurance policy, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service), Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave, Enhanced Bereavement Leave, Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%), Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts, Business Supplied IT Equipment, Career Progression and Development Opportunities and Free parking.

Process

If you have the skills and experience in the above areas and would like to be considered for this role, please apply at www.mullercareers.co.uk#L1 – MB1 #pinksquid