Management Accountant

Company Details and Job Overview: A new Management Accountant role has become available within a Blackpool based SME. It is an exciting time to join the business as they enter a phase of transformation which will involve the implementation of new systems and processes and the new Management Accountant will be a key player in driving changes. With a current turnover in the region of £20m, further growth is forecasted and as such, opportunities for skills/career development will be available for the successful candidate.

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Full time, office based role with opportunity for hybrid working after 6 month probation Flexibility on working hours 25 days annual leave entitlement  bank holidays Company pension Study support if required Ongoing training and support from the Finance Director Your New Role as Management Accountant:
This is a hands on and varied role which covers the full spectrum of finance, working in a small and friendly team of 4 accounts staff. As Management Accountant you will report to the Finance Director. Specific responsibilities will include:
Being a strong no.2 to an engaging and experienced Finance Director, supporting with all financial activities for the business Preparation of management accounts and commentary Preparation of budgets and forecasts Posting journals, accruals and prepayments Balance sheet reconciliations Preparing VAT returns Regular interaction with non-finance staff within the business to provide financial insight, responding to any queries Supporting the Accounts Assistant, providing mentoring and support as appropriate Supporting with AP, AR and credit control duties Driving system and process improvements within the finance function Provision of ad hoc reports and analysis for senior management, to aid effective business decision making Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:
The ideal candidate will have a forward thinking and hands on approach to their work, comfortable working within a fast-paced environment handling high volumes of data and transactions. Strong IT skills are paramount, including Excel and ideally you will have proven ability to automate and streamline existing processes within a finance department. This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Cadman (Holland) at Kenton Black Finance.

Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy.

As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.