Management Accountant

Hays; Worcester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical device industry is seeking a Management Accountant for a fixed-term contract in Worcester. The role involves producing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts, while supporting financial planning and analysis. This position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits, including flexible working options after probation.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Retail/leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Strong experience in management accounting and financial analysis.
• Manufacturing background preferred with an understanding of standard costing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Perform detailed variance analysis.

Skills

Communication

Advanced Excel

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

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Base pay range

Job Type:
Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)
Salary:
Up to £50,000 per annum
Location:
Worcester
Hours:
Mon-Thurs (8.30-5.15) and Fri (8.30-3.30)

Your new company
Hays Senior Finance are supporting a great business in Worcester as they look to recruit a Management Accountant for a 12 month FTC to cover maternity leave. Our client is very much a leader in their industry, specialising in the manufacture and supply of medical device products for hospitals in the UK as well as around the world.

Your new role
Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will join a close-knit team and be responsible for producing detailed financial reports, budgets and forecasts alongside providing key analysis.

• Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Perform detailed variance analysis, highlighting key variances and trends
• Monitor cash flows, prepare cash forecasts and support financial planning
• Provide insights to departmental heads, assisting in cost management and decision-making
• Support in the preparation of year-end accounts and external audits
• Assist in process improvement work and the implementation of more efficient reporting measures

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE
• Strong experience in management accounting and financial analysis
• Manufacturing background preferred with an understanding of standard costing and familiarity with stock
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Advanced Excel skills (notably XLookUps) and working knowledge of accounting software

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum and the chance to join a reputable, local business which is recognised on a global scale. Additional benefits include 23 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension scheme, life assurance, various retail/leisure discounts and much more. You will be office-based for the first 3 months during probation but there will be the opportunity to WFH 2 days per week after that.

What you need to do now
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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