Management Accountant

Are you an ambitious Management Accountant who would enjoy working in a multi-disciplined and fast-growing environment, with potential to progress rapidly into a finance team leader role? If so, please read on:

What’s in it for you? 

• An annual company bonus
• Life insurance
• Health Care cash plan
• Pension contribution matching
• Flexible working hours
• Potential for some home-working

Reports to: Finance Manager

Having experienced rapid expansion, the company is looking for an experienced and ambitious management accountant to support several of its operating companies and act as deputy to the Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle the full spectrum of accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, bank reconciliations and the preparation of tax returns
• Mentor and provide oversight and support to the accounts clerks
• Analyse and investigate financial discrepancies
• Provide financial advice and support to the business owners
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations

Candidate Requirements

The right candidate must be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Degree or equivalent in Accounting/Finance
• Knowledge of accounting and financial principles within manufacturing organisations is desirable
• Experience of Sage 200 and Sage 50 is highly desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Description of the Company & Overall Purpose of the Role

Based in Birmingham, our client is made up of 4 operating companies with a combined annual turnover of just under £10m. Its primary business is a leading distributor of metering solutions. It is supported by 2 manufacturing companies, a manufacturer of products for hazardous gas detection and fire protection, and a specialist in the manufacture of robust tank gauging systems for the marine and industrial market. The fourth company, manufactures components for the other companies and external customers. The companies are co-located and share operational resources.

Interested?

Please apply here and we will be in touch with you directly. If shortlisted, we'll ask you to complete a short video interview which we'll review and contact you further about the next steps