Management Accountant
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4-5years
38000 - 45000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Here at The Fuel Store we are transforming the Fleet and Fuel industry for good! We are proud to be one of the top resellers in the UK through providing unrivalled support to our customers that fuels the lifeblood of Britain s roadways.
As a family-run business with over 9 years under our belt we have always been determined to deliver on our founding principle: fuelling better for our customers. From single-vehicle operators to multi-fleet solutions our customers are genuinely at the forefront of everything we do. We believe that our services allow them to reach heights they didn t even know were possible and we love being part of that journey!
As part of our continued growth and evolution we re investing further in our Finance Team. We re now on the lookout for a Management Accountant who can bring accuracy commercial insight and financial control to help take us to the next level. If you re detail-driven analytically minded and passionate about business performance this could be the role for you.
Brief Overview:
Permanent Opportunity: Full Time
Basic Salary: 38000 - 45000 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: Birmingham B2
Requirements
- Monthly Management Accounts: Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts including profit and loss balance sheet and cash flow reports.
- Variance Analysis: Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budget and forecast providing insightful commentary to stakeholders.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts to support business planning and decision-making.
- Cost Control: Monitor business costs and margins identifying areas for improvement and supporting operational efficiency initiatives.
- Financial Reporting: Deliver financial performance reports to internal stakeholders ensuring clarity and actionable insights are provided.
- Business Partnering: Work closely with departmental heads to support financial understanding challenge assumptions and guide decision-making.
- Month-End Close: Oversee and support the month-end close process ensuring all journals accruals and prepayments are accurately accounted for.
- Audit & Compliance: Support external auditors and ensure all compliance obligations and financial controls are adhered to.
- Process Improvement: Continuously identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems to enhance accuracy efficiency and scalability.
To have the ability to contribute to The Fuel Store s success you will need:
- Professional Experience: Proven experience as a Management Accountant or similar role within a fast-paced commercially driven environment.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA CIMA ACA or equivalent).
- Financial Systems Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables lookups etc.) and experience with accounting systems (e.g. Xero Sage NetSuite).
- Analytical Mindset: Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and diligence in all areas of financial reporting and analysis.
- Commercial Awareness: A strong understanding of financial performance drivers particularly in an SME or growth business context.
- Organisation & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision.
- Strong motivation to work in a fast-paced environment
- An understanding of or interest in emerging technologies including AI-driven analytics to support data-informed decision-making
- Great aptitude for overcoming challenges with a naturally inquisitive mind
- Ability to challenge the status quo; actively seeking to understand HOW something works not just WHY
- Resilience and the ability to focus on the detail without losing sight of the bigger picture
- Ability to work hard as an individual while adding value to the wider team
- Excellent communication skills and confidence in interacting with all stakeholders
- Logical and data-led decision-making skills
- Excellent organisation and time management
- A commercial mindset and appetite for growth
Benefits
Pension Scheme: After 12 weeks of continuous employment you will be automatically enrolled into our Pension Scheme.
Health & Wellbeing: All employees have access to MediCash upon passing probation this includes counselling retail discounts and much more.
Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave plus all statutory holidays with additional days rewarded for long service.
Career Progression: You ll have a personal development plan and access to our Fueller Academy to support your growth.
Life Assurance: Payable at 3x Base Salary
Location: Based in Birmingham City Centre with panoramic views from our office floor. Hybrid working available at the discretion of your manager.
Life Assurance: You ll be covered by our life assurance policy payable at 3x your annual salary giving you and your loved ones added peace of mind.
Other: Monthly employee awards (with lunch provided!) regular team events and competitions. Tea coffee fresh fruit are available daily in the office. Take a look for yourself here: little more for you to know
We want to be a place where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our team is growing rapidly and that means we want collaborative talented Fuellers to help shape The Fuel Store s future. We ll support you nurture you and give you the best platform to succeed all we need is your drive and willingness to learn!
If you think you could add value here at The Fuel Store please apply. Even if you only meet part of the criteria we d love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our business. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of ethnicity race religion sexual orientation gender identity sex family or parental status neurodiversity or disability status marital status veteran status or national origin.
Monthly Management Accounts: Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports. Variance Analysis: Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budget and forecast, providing insightful commentary to stakeholders. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts to support business planning and decision-making. Cost Control: Monitor business costs and margins, identifying areas for improvement and supporting operational efficiency initiatives. Financial Reporting: Deliver financial performance reports to internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity and actionable insights are provided. Business Partnering: Work closely with departmental heads to support financial understanding, challenge assumptions, and guide decision-making. Month-End Close: Oversee and support the month-end close process, ensuring all journals, accruals, and prepayments are accurately accounted for. Audit & Compliance: Support external auditors and ensure all compliance obligations and financial controls are adhered to. Process Improvement: Continuously identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. To have the ability to contribute to The Fuel Store s success, you will need: Professional Experience: Proven experience as a Management Accountant or similar role within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment. Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent). Financial Systems Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.) and experience with accounting systems (e.g., Xero, Sage, NetSuite). Analytical Mindset: Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and diligence in all areas of financial reporting and analysis. Commercial Awareness: A strong understanding of financial performance drivers, particularly in an SME or growth business context. Organisation & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision. Along with having the right experience, a Fueller will have: Strong motivation to work in a fast-paced environment An understanding of or interest in emerging technologies, including AI-driven analytics to support data-informed decision-making Great aptitude for overcoming challenges with a naturally inquisitive mind Ability to challenge the status quo; actively seeking to understand HOW something works, not just WHY Resilience and the ability to focus on the detail without losing sight of the bigger picture Ability to work hard as an individual while adding value to the wider team Excellent communication skills and confidence in interacting with all stakeholders Logical and data-led decision-making skills Excellent organisation and time management A commercial mindset and appetite for growth
Employment Type
Full Time
