The Role Itself:
Working as a management accountant, you will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders; from the General Manager and local operational teams, to senior management, central finance and the wider business.
Responsibilities:
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Production of monthly management accounts is delivered to tight deadlines together with analysis /investigation of results and variances for a number of operational units, including group consolidation processes.
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Site visits when required and interaction with operations to ensure accurate financial reporting and support for business development is achieved.
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Preparing forecasts and budget workings with the General Manager and local operational teams and production of the budget and forecast presentation packs.
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Statutory accounts preparation and assisting with the annual group audit process.
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Ensure all contracts are complying with group financial policies and procedures, including performing regular fixed assets registers and balance sheets reviews.
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Working with clients on contract performance and adapting systems to any changes in service.
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Monthly payment, monthly PFI reports and annual reconciliations per contractual agreement.
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Monitor and evaluate procedures to ensure financial and cash flow forecasting remains accurate/effective.
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Mentoring and managing the workload of an Accounts Assistant.
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Control and reporting of capital expenditure.
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Financial analysis of operational data and KPI
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Project support - data collection & reconciliation
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Ad-hoc financial / administrative tasks Performance Measures
Essential Experience:
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Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with post-qualification experience
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Manufacturing / engineering sector background would be advantageous.
Desirable Experience:
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Knowledge of Workday and PFI accounting would be advantageous.
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Waste / recycling management sector background
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The successful candidate will have a strong desire to add value, drive positive financial impact and improve business efficiency.