Management Accountant

Skechers; St Albans; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global footwear brand in St Albans is seeking a Management Accountant to handle accounting principles, financial reporting, and analysis. You will prepare General Ledger, manage balance sheet reconciliations, and respond to finance team enquiries. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, career growth, and a dynamic work environment with various benefits. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth and development

Product discount

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business required.
• CIMA or ACCA part-qualification or enrollment in professional accounting studies.
• Strong analytical and IT skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting principles and practices for the company.
• Prepare General Ledger and financial reporting.
• Manage Balance Sheet reconciliations and P&L analysis.

Skills

Strong analytical and IT skills with intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Customer service focused approach

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently and use own initiative

Organised with a methodical work approach

Self-motivated team player

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business

CIMA or ACCA part-qualification required, or currently enrolled in professional accounting studies

Job description

As the Management Account you will be responsible for maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures for the company. This role involves managing tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including General Ledger preparation, Ledger Control Account Reconciliations, Financial Reporting and Year End Audit preparation.

Are you someone who is able to respond to enquiries from the finance team and support with statutory reporting deadlines and special projects?

If so, we want you to join our team as a ‘Skechers Management Accountant’

As the Management Accountant, you will be responsible for the; Balance Sheet reconciliations, P&L analysis, Income and Expenditure analysis. Prepare monthly forecasting reports, Manage Cost Centre controls as well as submitting quarterly VAT returns.

You will also be required to respond to enquiries from the Financial Controller and Financial Accountant, and other company wide managers regarding Financial Results.

With competitive salary and benefits, plus opportunities for career growth. You can make your mark in the world of retail with Skechers!We want you to be yourself and feel welcome when you join us.

This role is a full-time opportunity and based in our St Albans Head Office.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business, or equivalent professional experience CIMA or ACCA part-qualification required, or currently enrolled in professional accounting studies
• Customer service focused approach
• Strong analytical and IT skills with intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency
• Organised with a methodical work approach
• Self-motivated team player with flexibility and adaptability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of Fashion or Footwear industry desirable

Skechers offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A fun and dynamic work environment
• Product discount
• Free onsite parking

Find out more about our benefits and perks once you’ve applied!

This is a great opportunity to join us and make a positive impact. If you feel you can be a true brand ambassador for Skechers, apply now.

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Be You - Feel Welcome

Skechers recognises the importance and power of diversity within our business. We ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or health conditions, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions as detailedabove.