Management Accountant

Ross-on-Wye - Office based

Up to £48k

Maternity contract (potential for straight permanent for right candidate)

Farming/Agriculture sector

THE ROLE:

To operate as a key Finance figure and Business Partner for our Farming businesses.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take the lead on all aspects of accounting and finance for your area, including reporting, cashflow forecasting, budgeting, analysis and decision support.

KEY SUCCESS CRITERIA:

Maintain accurate financial records throughout the year, maximising company cashflow and providing a high level of service provision to various internal and external stakeholders.

Building relationships with and working closely with your Accounts Assistant and other Operational Managers.

Production of clear monthly reports based on financial year and harvest or crop cycle, accompanied by insightful commentary on variance analysis compared to budget.

Report on both a cashflow and profitability basis of various entities within the group.

Review current financial processes, systems and controls and make suggestions for improvements and efficiencies.

Perform financial analysis to help manage the business and to aid key business decisions

Proactively help manage cost throughout the year

Working with the other business accountants to proactively strive for best practice and company risk mitigation.

Being a key figurehead for your area during the annual audit, working closely with the Financial Controller.

Ability to adapt and understand different financial systems and software packages.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Effective organisation and planning skills.

Collaborative communication style.

Customer-focused: creates reports with the internal customers requirements in mind.

Self-motivation and drive always looking for ways to improve self and processes.

Flexible and adaptable willing to flex workload to support other team members.

Disciplined approach to manage time, meet deadlines and take ownership of area.

Logical approach to solving problems and making improvements.

Able to delegate effectively and to coach and motivate others, leading by example.

Can-do attitude with the appetite to learn about business operations and being unafraid to challenge people and processes.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Solid technical accounting knowledge qualified or part-qualified ACA, CIMA, or ACCA.

OR qualified by experience with significant knowledge of the business area for which you are responsible.

Strong and up-to-date Microsoft Excel skills.

Agriculture/farming background is desirable.

DIRECT REPORTS:

One Accounts Assistant / Administrator.

KEY INTERACTIONS:

Directors and Business Owners.

Operational Managers.

Accountants and Admin team members.

Suppliers and Customers.

OTHER:

Salary up to £48,000 but flexible based on knowledge and experience.

Holidays - 31 days per annum including bank holidays.

Vitality healthcare.

Quarterly bonus scheme.

NEST Pension.

Onsite Parking.

Supportive working environment.

Additional pay:

Performance bonus

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person