Management Accountant

Do you want to be a part of a forward thinking team, challenging how things are done today to find improved solutions for tomorrow? Are you energetic and driven, with real hunger to progress?

The MDL brand is centred on a unique personality that shapes us in the development of our team and guides us on how we select who should be part of it. We live Ingenious Instinct by always being open minded to ideas, whatever they are and whomever they come from. We encourage creativity and problem solving, we challenge our team, our processes and our offering to customers, and we celebrate our successes.

We are hiring a Management Accountant to join our Shared Services department.

The Management Accountant will support the Financial Controller in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to the business. The role focuses on producing management accounts, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and performing detailed financial analysis to aid decision-making. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments to improve financial performance and reporting accuracy.

Work is primarily based at MDL's Gateway site, Cove, Aberdeen with occasional travel as required to other MDL locations.

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, group and subsidiary management accounts, reports, and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting principles and regulations.
• Analyse financial performance and provide insight into variances and trends.
• Assist in maintaining robust internal controls and ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Support with the budgeting process and monitor variances to identify areas for improvement and cost saving opportunities.
• Assist with the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring timely completion of audit requirements.
• Assist with tax requirements of the Business, liaising with specialist tax advisors, ensuring the timely completion of the necessary submissions, globally.
• Provide guidance and support to the wider finance team.
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasting.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial goals are aligned with overall business objectives.
• Maintain and improve financial systems, processes, and reporting efficiencies. Provide financial data and analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Assist in payroll processing to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and implement financial systems and procedures that improve efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports/data to the senior management team and board of directors, highlighting key financial insights and recommendations.
• Assist Financial Controller and Finance Director in delivering Finance Team objectives which feed into the overall business strategy.
• Handle day-to-day finance queries and transactional support as required.
• Championing ‘One Team MDL’ approach and acting as an MDL ambassador.