Management Accountant

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.

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