Senior Management Accountant

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; Fleetwood; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run business in Fleetwood is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee the production of management accounts during a transition phase. The candidate will manage financial reporting, budgeting, and team leadership. This position promises a challenging yet rewarding environment for those looking to make a significant impact within a family business context.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in management accounting.
• Strong analytical skills; proficiency in financial software.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, P&L statements, balance sheets.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Lead and develop a small finance team for compliant reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Qualified Accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Sage 50

Excel

Job description

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This is an opportunity to support a family business through a period of change. With a turnover of circa £20m you will be responsible to produce all management accounts through a period of change and restructure.

Initially the contract will be for a 6-month period with the likelihood of a further 3-month extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Variance Analysis: Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying and explaining variances.
• Team Management: Lead and develop a small finance team, ensuring high-quality financial reporting and compliance.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional Certification: Qualified Accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience: Significant post-qualification experience in management accounting.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, proficiency in financial software, ideally Sage 50, and advanced Excel skills.

Behavioural Skills:

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in financial reporting.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.