Senior Management Accountant - Fixed Term Contract

Compleat Food Group; Market Drayton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior Management Accountant on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You'll be part of a dynamic finance team responsible for analyzing financial performance and contributing to business projects aimed at improvement. The role offers a hybrid working environment and a range of benefits including 33 days holiday and continuous development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

2 Volunteer Days per year

Retail discount schemes

Wellbeing benefits

Training opportunities via online LMS platform

Grocery Aid 24/7 support

Financial tools and support

Holiday discounts

Qualifications

• Strong numerical and analytical skills required.
• Experience in FMCG sector preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze site financial performance and support the finance team.
• Prepare daily and weekly KPI and variance reports.
• Conduct stock reporting and variance investigations.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Excel

ERP system knowledge

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, etc.)

Job description

Join our Finance Team in Palethorpes, Market Drayton - Fixed Term Contract!

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join us on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will analyze site financial performance and support the team in developing and improving relevant projects to meet business needs.

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group, we're committed to creating delicious food that delights our customers and benefits the planet. We call it 'Food to Feel Good,' emphasizing savoring every bite while making a positive impact.

Our team of over 5,000 passionate individuals crafts products for UK consumers, major retailers, and leading brands like Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, and Unearthed.

Working Hours:

This is a hybrid role, with working hours Monday to Thursday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Your Duties:

• Assist in reporting site performance.
• Support and deputize for the Finance Manager as needed.
• Interrogate ERP system data.
• Manage master data, including BOMs, standard costs, and pricing.
• Analyze financial performance to aid decision-making.
• Prepare daily and weekly KPI and variance reports.
• Conduct stock reporting and variance investigations.
• Assist in monthly management accounting and variance commentary.
• Post and calculate accruals and prepayments.
• Reconcile monthly balance sheets for review.
• Track capital project spending and benefits.
• Gather financial data for post-investment appraisals.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, etc.)
• Self-motivated problem solver capable of working independently.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels.
• ERP system knowledge.
• Experience in FMCG sector.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Resilient and determined.
• Results-oriented with attention to detail.
• Confident, proactive, and adaptable.
• High integrity and trustworthy.

Benefits:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 2 Volunteer Days per year
• Retail discount schemes
• Well-being and community support groups
• Training opportunities via online LMS platform
• Charity and team events
• Grocery Aid 24/7 support
• Wellbeing benefits including gym discounts and online resources
• Financial tools and support
• Holiday discounts

We foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported. We are committed to fairness, equity, and diversity, ensuring all colleagues can succeed.

If you have questions about diversity, inclusion, or accessibility, please contact us.

Recruitment Agencies:

We work with a trusted Preferred Supplier List and do not accept unsolicited CVs. Please contact us directly at [e-mail] for roles.

If interested, send us a message, and we will reach out if there are suitable roles.

• Highly competitive salary and flexible benefits