Group Management Accountant

Greater London - UK

Monthly Salary: GBP 60000 - 60000

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

Were on the lookout for a Group Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in reporting planning and supporting the decision making process across the UK and International operations of a privately owned Manufacturing business.

Reporting to the Financial Controller this position is integral to ensuring accurate financial insights driving efficiency through process improvements and enabling senior leadership team to make informed strategic decisions that foster growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis.

Collaborate with the Finance Manager to prepare monthly management accounts for UK and EU entities.

Deliver insightful reporting and variance analysis to support senior leadership decision-making.

Oversight

Supervise the Assistant Management Accountant ensuring timely and accurate reconciliations (Balance Sheet intercompany and third-party submissions).
Provide guidance and foster accountability within the finance team.

Systems & Process Improvement

Partner with the Finance team to enhance ERP and reporting systems driving automation and efficiency.
Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen internal controls and accuracy.

Audit & Compliance

Support annual audit preparation ensuring documentation is delivered within agreed timelines.
Prepare and submit VAT returns for UK and European entities; liaise with external accountants on subsidiary compliance.
Ensure all regulatory reports are completed within statutory deadlines.
Cashflow & Month-End Management
Prepare weekly cashflow forecasts and manage month-end close procedures.
Post management journals (accruals prepayments corrections) and ensure ledger integrity.

Commercial Support

Review annual rebate agreements and prepare monthly provisions.
Compile and distribute sales figures to stakeholders for rebate invoicing.
Calculate sales commissions for payroll and ensure accurate journal postings.

Expense & Credit Control

Oversee staff expense claims and company credit card usage ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and reporting.
Drive efficiency initiatives in collaboration with the Finance Manager and ERP team.

Requirements

The Ideal Candidate

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA CIMA or equivalent).
Minimum 3- 5 years management accounting experience with exposure to International operations
Strong knowledge of European statutory reporting requirements VAT and import/export compliance.
Experience with inventory management processes.
Advanced IT proficiency including ERP systems Excel and Power BI.
Excellent organisational skills attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

Benefits

Salary of 50000 - 60000 Plus Benefits

Required Skills:

Previous experience in a Finance support roles. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Confident communicatorcomfortable engaging with colleagues and clients alike. Proactive adaptable and eager to take responsibility. A personality that brings energy and positivity to the team.

Required Education:

Fully qualified (ACA ACCA CIMA qualification or equivalent) with significant experience in a senior finance 3-5 years experienceProven expertise in manufacturing or similar environments and Experience in cost analysis management accounting budgeting and financial performance operational finance skills with a track record of delivering strategic cost savings and margin improvement initiatives

OverviewWere on the lookout for a Group Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in reporting planning and supporting the decision making process across the UK and International operations of a privately owned Manufacturing business. Reporting to the Financial Controller this position is integra...