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Head Of Management Accounting

Storm Recruitment (Swindon) Ltd
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Swindon, Wiltshire SN1 2ED, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client in Swindon, Wiltshire is seeking a Head of Management Accounting with a competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £80,000.
  • The position requires a qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
  • The successful candidate will lead a team of six, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial accounts and managing period-end closes.
  • Candidates should have experience in large companies or PLCs, ideally with an audit background, and possess strong Excel and systems skills.
  • This is a dynamic role for someone passionate about delivering best-in-class financial information and process excellence.
Head Of Management Accounting 

Swindon, Wiltshire

£70k - £80k

37.5 Hours per week

Our client located in Swindon, Wiltshire, is on the looking for a dynamic and experienced Head of Management Accounting! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant team and lead a group of six talented individuals in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial accounts. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering best-in-class financial information, this role could be your perfect match. Offering a competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000, this role is designed for someone who brings not just technical skills, but a proactive approach to problem-solving and process excellence.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage a team of 6 to maintain the completeness and accuracy of the SAP accounts.
  • Co-ordinate and oversee each period end close, ensuring timely production of management account data, standard reports, and balance sheet reviews.
  • Oversee balance sheet and intercompany management, including related recharges.
  • Manage relationships with auditors and lead preparation for group and statutory accounts audits.
  • Maintain and develop finance system structure, utilizing SAP, Cognos, and Navision to meet evolving reporting needs.
  • Embed process excellence and document all systems and controls to ensure best practices are followed.
  • Proactively identify and resolve accounting and process issues, implementing solutions for new propositions.
Profile of a Successful Candidate:
  • Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
  • Experience in large companies or PLCs, preferably with an audit background.
  • Demonstrated team leadership and management experience.
  • Exceptional systems and reporting capabilities, coupled with excellent Excel skills.
  • Proficient with SAP, HFM, and Cognos – a definite advantage.
  • Strong attention to detail and an acute eye for accuracy.

If you’re ready to take your management accounting career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you! Click 'Apply' now and take the exciting first step towards joining this incredible team!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.