Recycling Management Accountant

Mick George Ltd; Great Stukeley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction supplier in the United Kingdom is seeking a Management Accountant responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, and cost analysis within the Recycling Division. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, be detail-oriented, and effectively communicate financial insights to various teams. This role offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits, including a company pension and internal training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

28-Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Company benefit platform

Cycle to work scheme

Internal training and Career development

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• High attention to detail and accuracy is crucial for the role.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders is required.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset is needed.
• Capability of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis and insightful commentary.
• Conduct cost analysis and margin reviews to support commercial and operational decisions.
• Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to communicate financial information clearly

Proactive and self-motivated

Capable of managing multiple priorities

Strong understanding of cost accounting

Proficient in Excel

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

To deliver accurate and timely financial and management reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making. The Management Accountant will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and performance reporting, contributing to financial control and business efficiency for the Recycling Division.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis and insightful commentary.
• Lead and support budgeting and forecasting processes across the business unit.
• Conduct cost analysis and margin reviews to support commercial and operational decisions.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to business performance.
• Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and drive improvements.
• Maintain and enhance financial controls and procedures including Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Support inventory valuation, reconciliations, and working capital management.
• Assist with year‑end audit and statutory reporting requirements.
• Contribute to system and process improvements, including ERP and reporting tools.
• Participate in weekly meetings with Recycling department director.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Proactive and self‑motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Qualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in a commercial or operational finance role within an industry setting.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems.
• Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools is advantageous.

Desirable Attributes

• Exposure to operational finance in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with process improvement or business transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with international accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP).

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 28‑Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Company benefit platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Internal training and Career development

Company Information

One Man, One Tipper, One dream, may seem a distant memory, but the dream is very much a reality, as we find ourselves approaching 40 years since the business started trading.

Now operating over 600 HGV vehicles from over 40 separate sites, employing more than 1,000 local people, gives an indication of the scale to which the business has evolved over the years and explains why the Mick George Group has grown to become one of the leading suppliers to the Construction Industry in the heart of East Anglia and East Midlands.

The Mick George Group is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. The company seeks to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community at large and values the individual's contribution irrespective of sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin.