Management Accountant

Location: Aylestone

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be working with a leading manufacturing company based in Winsford to recruit a Management Accountant. Reporting to the Financial Controller you will be responsible for the preparation of the monthly management accounts, forecasting and financial analysis. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant seeking a varied and hands-on position with significant exposure across the business.

The successful candidate will partner with key stakeholders, supporting the organisation's financial operations and decision-making.

Responsibilities Include:

Preparation of management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and rolling forecasts. Supporting the production of the monthly board report. Reviewing and analysing costs across all areas of the business. Managing product costing activities. Analysing stock levels and investigating product costing variances. Developing strategic plans, budgets, and financial forecasts. Assisting with daily cash reporting, including bank reconciliations. Preparing quarterly VAT returns for review.

Posting journals, including accruals and prepayments. Raising sales invoices across multiple revenue streams and ensuring reconciliations are accurate and up to date. Supporting the annual audit process and resolving any queries. Setting up payments, including accounts payable and weekly payroll, for authorisation. Identifying opportunities to improve existing processes and drive efficiency. Conducting credit checks on prospective customers to minimise risk.

Leading and contributing to ad hoc projects as required.

Skills Required:

CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified. Strong excel and analytical skills. Continuous improvement mindset. Confident in dealing with non-financial stakeholders. Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Employee Benefits:

39-hour week with flexible start and finish times. Early finish Fridays. Enhanced parental leave. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Employee Assistance Programme. Subsidised on-site canteen. On-site parking with electric/plug in charging points. Death in service benefit.