Management Accountant

CMA are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing, Sports Marketing company based in Southampton.  Operating across over a dozen sports categories, they continue to build strong partnerships with leading sports performance brands by offering expert services in brand marketing, sales strategy, distribution, and logistics.  They are showcasing impressive company growth and show no signs of slowing down.The business prides itself on fostering strong relationships with its partners and sponsored athletes.  As they grow and expand into new markets, they are seeking to enhance their finance team to strengthen control over international operations and improve group-wide financial reporting and analysis.Our client is looking for a dynamic and ambitious newly qualified accountant who is either stepping into their first role outside of practice or seeking an exciting next step within the commercial sector.What will the Management Accountant role involve?

• Financial control across international entities of the group (Ireland, Netherlands, France, and others as expansion continues).
• Maintaining relationships with overseas advisors in each jurisdiction to ensure compliance with local reporting requirements, including Corporation Tax, VAT, annual accounts, and other statutory needs.
• Managing any local audit requirements for overseas entities.
• Ensuring ledger accuracy to support a timely and high-quality month-end process.
• Implementing an efficient and accurate intercompany process in support of a group treasury plan.
• Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparing and submitting quarterly sales volume reports to major suppliers.
• Supporting category managers in preparing annual business plans and reviewing the financial viability of new business opportunities.

Suitable Candidate for the Management Accountant vacancy:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (essential).
• Ambitious personality who seeks growth as the company scales.
• Keen interest in the sporting sector.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Management Accountant:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
• Defined contribution pension plan.
• Flexible working environment to support work-life balance.
• Access to discounted branded products.
• Cycle-to-work scheme and other attractive benefits.
• Hybrid working ( 2 days from home)

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