Reed Accountancy are proud to be working with a business in Wakefield who are recruiting a Management Accountant. You will help prepare management accounts and support budgeting and forecasting for their business. You will combine forecasts from different sites to give a clear picture of business performance, improve working capital, and enhance financial processes. Collaboration with stakeholders to find and implement efficiencies will also be key to boosting overall performance.
Location: Wakefield (office-based role)Salary: Up to £45kJob Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinating and Preparing Management Accounts:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to compile accurate and timely management accounts.
- Ensure adherence to group reporting standards and guidelines.
- Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Develop and maintain robust budgeting and forecasting models.
- Analyse financial data to identify trends and variances.
- Provide insightful recommendations to optimize financial performance.
- Forecast Plan Coordination:
- Consolidate forecasts from various business units into a cohesive narrative.
- Communicate financial projections effectively to stakeholders.
- Working Capital Improvement:
- Monitor working capital metrics and identify areas for enhancement.
- Implement strategies to optimize cash flow and liquidity.
- Process Enhancement:
- Continuously evaluate financial processes and systems.
- Propose and implement improvements to streamline operations.
Skills and Abilities
- Analytical Proficiency:
- Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel and Power BI.
- Financial Interpretation:
- Ability to analyse, reconcile, and interpret financial information.
- Translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build effective working relationships across different levels and disciplines.
- Gain credibility through clear communication and collaboration.
- Adaptability and Efficiency:
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactively manage workload while maintaining precision.