Management Accountant

DNA Recruitment Ltd; St Helens; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy group in the UK seeks a Management Accountant to provide financial insights, prepare management accounts, and ensure compliance with UK regulations. The ideal candidate has a professional accounting qualification and 2-3 years in management accounting. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package including a company pension and gym access.

Benefits

Canteen

Company pension

Employee discount

Free flu jabs

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site gym

On-site parking

Store discount

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification or part-qualified with significant progress.
• 2-3 years of management accounting experience in retail, healthcare or similar.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Monitor and control costs across the pharmacy group.
• Ensure compliance with UK financial regulations.
• Collaborate with operational teams for financial guidance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes.
• Present financial reports to stakeholders.
• Support special projects as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team player

Commercial acumen

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)

At least 2-3 years of management accounting experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Management Accountant

Location: Head Office - St Helens

Department: Finance

Reports to: Financial Controller

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

A leading pharmacy group in the UK, committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services through our extensive network of pharmacies. Our head office, based in St Helens, supports our operations with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. We are seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join our dynamic finance team and contribute to our continued success.

Job Purpose

The Management Accountant will play a key role in providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making across the organisation. You will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely management accounts, analysing financial performance, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This role is critical to supporting the financial health of the pharmacy group and driving operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Management Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, working closely with department heads to ensure accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
• Financial Analysis: Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings or revenue growth, providing actionable insights to senior management.
• Cost Management: Monitor and control costs across the pharmacy group, including overheads, stock, and operational expenses, ensuring alignment with budgets.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with UK financial regulations, including VAT, PAYE, and other statutory requirements, while maintaining robust internal controls.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.
• System and Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance the use of financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Sage ERP systems).
• Stakeholder Communication: Present financial reports and insights to Directors, partners and other stakeholders, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Development Projects: Support special projects, such as acquisitions, system implementations, or process audits, as required by the Financial Controller.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or part-qualified with significant progress toward completion.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in a management accounting role, ideally within retail, healthcare, or a similar fast-paced industry.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience in the pharmacy or healthcare sector.
• Exposure to multi-site or group accounting environments.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
• Commercial acumen and a strategic mindset to support business growth.

Benefits

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Store discount