Management Accountant

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

37.5 HOURS PER WEEK

PERMANENT

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Accountant/Management Accountant to join a wholesale and distribution family-run company in Lichfield.

***Must hold a professional qualification in relevant sector (ACCA, AAT Level 4, FMAAT, etc)****

Duties of Management Accountant:

1. Financial Reporting & Management Accounts:
   Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for reporting to management and stakeholders.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting:
   Lead the preparation of annual budgets and periodic re-forecasts, contributing to strategic financial planning and projections.
3. Cost & Asset Management:
   Perform cost variance analysis and manage control accounts reconciliations.
   Calculate depreciation for property, plant, and equipment and maintain the fixed assets register.
   Manage additions to fixed assets and ensure accurate asset tracking.
4. Month-End & Year-End Closures:
   Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparation of audit documentation and VAT returns for multiple entities.
   Support audit requests and ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
5. Journal & Reconciliation:
   Prepare and post journals for payroll, prepayments, and accruals.
   Perform bank reconciliations and manage daily cashbook postings.
   Process accounts receivable receipts and manage cash flow effectively.
6. Supplier & Payment Management:
   Oversee supplier invoice processing, payments, and reconciliations, including handling international supplier queries.
   Manage employee expense claims and ensure efficient processing of payments.
7. Team Leadership & Collaboration:
   Train and mentor junior team members, including a Trainee Accountant.
   Collaborate with internal teams and liaise with customers and suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
8. System Proficiency:
   Work with Sage for daily accounting tasks, reporting, and analysis and other systems in the finance function, including Power BI.

Experience required for Management Accountant:

Experience:
Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients and working with small to medium-sized businesses.
Hands-on experience preparing management accounts, financial statements, and tax returns.
Expertise in Sage50.

Skills:
Strong financial reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to handle complex reconciliations and asset management.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple clients and meeting deadlines.
Excellent communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Personal Attributes:
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining high levels of accuracy and professionalism.
Willingness to contribute to the growth and development of the team and the business.