Senior Management Accountant

Brampton Recruitment; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Senior Management Accountant to oversee management accounts and deliver financial insights. The role includes leading month-end processes, preparing reports for strategic decisions, and collaborating with the Finance Director. Successful candidates will hold an ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualification (or be Qualified by Experience) and possess advanced Excel skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for proactive individuals looking to grow in their careers.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualification or Qualified by Experience.
• Proven skills in advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of management accounts and provide financial insights.
• Lead month-end accounts preparation ensuring seamless close.
• Prepare impactful Board Packs for strategic decision-making.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualification

Hands-on approach

Responsibility and initiative

Friendly and approachable personality

Desire to progress

Job description

Our client is a fast-growing, dynamic, and interesting business based in Stoke on Trent, offering fantastic product choice, great brands, and sensational service. They are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to take ownership of the monthly management accounts.

Job Description:

As the Senior Management Accountant, you'll be working closely with the Finance Director. The duties will be as follows:

• Assume full ownership of management accounts, providing clear insights into financial performance
• Lead the month-end accounts preparation, ensuring a seamless close
• Provide oversight and authorization for balance sheet reconciliations
• Establish and refine month-end routines to enhance efficiency and set an ambitious 10-working-day, month-end close process
• Prepare impactful Board Packs that facilitate strategic decision-making
• Innovate and develop dynamic reporting formats that meet business needs
• Leverage AI and BI tools to streamline processes, enhancing both accuracy and consistency in reporting
• Cultivate and enhance data and analytical capabilities to support informed decision-making
• Provide cash flow forecasting to inform strategic planning
• Spearhead the creation and completion of robust budget and forecasting models
• Drive year-end completion and effectively liaise with auditors for a smooth audit process
• Deliver comprehensive financial performance reports and conduct in-depth analysis
• Lead monthly financial review meetings with departmental managers to explain findings and performance
• Provide financial insight to support strategic operational decisions
• Challenge and support commercial teams to ensure sound financial choices
• Ad-hoc analysis and reporting, including key promotions and commercial initiatives

Requirements:

For the Senior Management Accountant role, it would be good to see candidates with:

• ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualification (candidates who are Qualified by Experience will also be considered)
• Advanced Excel skills
• A hands-on approach
• Someone who will take responsibility and show initiative
• A friendly and approachable personality
• Someone who wants to progress within their role

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Per Annum