Management Accountant

“Effective performance is preceded by painstaking preparation.”  - Brian Tracy.
 
We are excited to share that Sheridan Maine has partnered with a prominent organisation based near Preston to recruit a Management Accountant. The selected individual will report directly to the Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer, taking charge of overseeing all financial operations of the company and ensuring adherence to accounting principles and standards.

Your responsibilities as the Management Accountant will include:

• Oversee all financial aspects, including accounting, budgeting, and reporting to meet group standards
• Manage month-end and year-end processes, preparing financial statements and reconciliations
• Monitor cash flow and financial performance, providing improvement recommendations
• Calculate and report on financial and non-financial KPIs
• Supervise employee payroll and liaise with lenders on asset financing
• Develop and implement financial policies for regulatory compliance
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies for compliance
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Support the finance team, provide training, and assist in recruitment
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects and provide financial data for tendering
• Collaborate with departments for financial insights in strategic decision-making.
• Recommend financial systems for improved efficiency
• Stay updated on accounting standards and industry trends
• Liaise with insurance companies

The successful Management Accountant will require the following skills and experience:

• Preference for a full qualification from CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) or CA (Chartered Accountant)
• Desirable, but not essential, to have some exposure to stock, WIP and service/manufacturing
• Previous experience in a comparable role
• Possess strong and adaptable communication skills, capable of fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with the operational aspects of the business, demonstrating an understanding of challenges and opportunities

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.