My client is seeking a new high-calibre Senior Management Accountant to undertake a broad role including involvement in financial planning and analysis and financial reporting activity.
Client Details
My client are a private equity backed business who are a leading distributor within their sector. They are a key wholesaler and distributor to a wide range of clients, and have a number of sites globally across warehouses and sales sites.
Description
My client is looking to engage a high quality Senior Management Accountant to join the growing finance team. This role will be key in supporting the finance director and will have involvement across a broad range of activities, including financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a dynamic and growing company.
Key responsibilities include:
Financial Reporting
· Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review
· Provide variance analysis and insights into key financial metrics to assist in decision-making.
Budgeting and forecasting
· Collaborate with department heads to develop and manage the annual budget
· Prepare regular forecasts to ensure alignment with financial goals and industry trends
Cost Analysis
· Conduct detailed cost analysis to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
· Monitor and report on cost trends, providing recommendations for optimization.
· Manage the process for budget holder accountability
Month-End Close
· Coordinate and lead the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data.
· Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
Financial Planning
· Assist in long-term financial planning and strategy development.
· Evaluate the financial impact of business decisions and provide financial guidance.
Compliance
· Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
· Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
Profile
The ideal candidate for this Senior Management Accountant role will:
· Be formally qualified - ACA, CIMA or ACCA
· Have proven management accounting and reporting experience.
· Be an excellent communicator and problem-solver.
· Understand what good looks like, and seek to improve processes wherever possible
· Be comfortable working on and improving ERP systems (Netsuite Oracle would be particularly advantageous)
· Have exposure to working with Private Equity, Venture Capital or Investment led companies, and be able to meet a range of reporting requirements.
· Be keen to continue to improve and develop within a high calibre team
Job Offer
- Base salary of circa £60,000 (Potential flexibility depending on experience)
- Pension
- Healthcare
- Bonus potential (10%)