Rewards and Benefits on Offer;
*Competitive starting salary
*Monday – Friday working hours promoting a healthy work/life balance
*Excellent holiday allowance and Christmas shutdown
*Company Pension Scheme
*Death in Service Scheme
*Company laptop and mobile provided
*Employee Assistance Programme
*Onsite free parking
The Company you will be working for;
MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our industry leading client on their search to appoint a fully Qualified Accountant to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. If you feel you have the required skill and experience, then please apply for an immediate response!
The Role you will be doing;
Financial Reporting
*Prepare monthly management accounts by the 7th working day of each month.
*Produce detailed variance analysis and performance reporting by the 9th working day.
*Provide financial commentary and recommendations to the senior management team.
*Maintain the general ledger to ensure financial reporting is accurate and compliant with UK GAAP and Companies Act requirements.
Planning and Forecasting
*Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and profit plans.
*Prepare regular financial forecasts and updates.
Financial Control
*Maintain and strengthen internal control systems to safeguard company assets.
*Manage fixed asset accounting.
*Oversee inventory accounting including validation of stock and work in progress (WIP) valuations.
*Monitor job profitability and review write-offs where necessary.
Compliance and Statutory Reporting
*Manage VAT returns, PAYE reporting and statistical reporting obligations.
*Prepare supporting analysis for statutory accounts and external auditors.
*Support group reporting requirements to head office.
Business Support
*Provide financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.
*Evaluate financial viability of capital expenditure and revenue projects.
*Work closely with operational managers to ensure financial targets are achievable and aligned with business strategy.
Team Management
*Manage and support payroll, sales ledger and purchase ledger functions.
*Provide guidance and development support to finance team members.
Continuous Improvement
*Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, systems and reporting.
*Support continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.
General Responsibilities
*Participate in management and communication meetings.
*Comply with company health and safety, environmental and HR policies.
*Undertake other duties reasonably required within the finance function.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
*Delivery of monthly management accounts by the 7th working day.
*Delivery of financial performance reports by the 9th working day.
*Accuracy and reliability of financial reporting.
*Effective financial control and compliance.
About You;
Qualifications
Essential
*Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent professional experience.
Experience
Essential
*Experience in management accounting.
*Experience producing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
*Experience with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
*Experience working in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
*Experience working with ERP or MRP systems (e.g. Syspro, SAP).
*Experience preparing year-end audit working papers.
*Experience working to tight reporting deadlines.
Desirable
*Experience of VAT, PAYE and HMRC reporting.
*Experience of inventory accounting and work in progress (WIP) valuation.
*Experience supervising or mentoring finance staff.
Skills
*Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and data analysis.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
*Ability to interpret complex financial information and present it clearly.
*Strong organisational and time management skills.
*Ability to influence and support non-financial managers.
Personal Attributes
*High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
*Proactive and solutions-focused approach.
*Ability to challenge existing processes and drive improvements.
*Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
*Ability to work collaboratively within a management team.