Management Accountant

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a rapidly expanding organisation based in Trafford Park. The role involves preparing subsidiary accounts for international operations and gaining exposure to a broad spectrum of financial and operational duties. The successful candidate will become an integral member of a knowledgeable finance team, supporting business growth across new markets.

• Prepare full sets of accounts from end-to-end for multiple subsidiaries across Europe, including accruals, prepayments, tax calculations, fixed assets management, and lease accounting.
• Maintain detailed fixed asset registers for each group company to ensure accurate tracking and compliance.
• Conduct variance analysis of profit and loss statements and margin analysis of sales performance across entities.
• Reconcile bank accounts and manage balance sheet control accounts (e.g., PAYE, VAT, wages, stock).
• Prepare and file VAT returns accurately and on time for relevant jurisdictions.
• Oversee treasury activities including supplier payments, monitoring incoming payments, and maintaining cashflow forecasts.
• Manage statutory reporting deadlines across several countries by liaising with external advisors as required.
• Run payroll processes monthly, issue payslips, and resolve payroll queries promptly.
• Prepare comprehensive sales reporting and analysis to support commercial decision-making.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations between the parent and subsidiaries in multiple currencies.
• Review aged accounts payable and receivable ledgers to maintain healthy working capital.
• Reconcile credit card transactions across departments and ensure expenses are correctly accounted for.

• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Strong technical understanding of accounting principles.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive attitude and dependable work ethic with the ability to take initiative.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with colleagues at all levels and external advisors or auditors.
• Competence with accounting software and advanced Excel skills.

• Contract Type:
  Permanent
• Specialism:
  Accountancy & Finance
• Focus:
  Management Accountant
• Workplace Type:
  On-site
• Experience Level: Entry Level
• Location:
  
  Trafford Park
• Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum + Study Support ACCA/CIMA
• Industry: Accountancy

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.