Full job descriptionA leading global organisation is looking to recruit a Management Accountant to join its Group Finance Services team in Altrincham. This is an excellent opportunity to join an international finance function in a senior position within its Global team. You will take ownership of key accounting processes, oversee complex financial activities and play an important role in maintaining high standards across global finance operations.




The position offers plenty of scope to make an impact, with opportunities to improve processes, support international finance initiatives and business partner with stakeholders across different functions and countries. You will also have the opportunity to share your expertise, support colleagues and contribute to the ongoing development of the wider finance team.


What’s on offer?
*Hybrid and flexible working opportunities to support a healthy work-life balance.
*Annual bonus scheme
*Generous employer pension contributions.
*Professional development and training opportunities.
*Exposure to an international finance function and global operations.
*The opportunity to influence processes and contribute to wider finance transformation initiatives.
*A collaborative working environment with opportunities to develop your technical and professional expertise.


What you’ll do
As a Management Accountant, you will be a senior member of the Global Record-to-Report team, taking responsibility for the quality, accuracy and delivery of key finance processes.
You will oversee complex accounting activities, support month-end and year-end processes and act as a key point of contact for specific areas of the R2R function. Alongside your day-to-day responsibilities, you will identify opportunities to improve existing processes, resolve technical issues and support the standardisation of finance operations across the wider group.


Your responsibilities will include:
*Managing complex and non-standard transactions within the global record-to-report process, including month-end and year-end activities.
*Acting as a subject matter expert for assigned process areas, providing guidance and resolving escalations.
*Investigating accounting issues, carrying out root cause analysis and implementing appropriate solutions.
*Identifying opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency and standardise finance operations.
*Reviewing and validating financial outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal standards.
*Taking ownership of key stages of the finance process and ensuring activities are completed within agreed deadlines.
*Supporting the onboarding and training of new team members, sharing knowledge and providing technical guidance.
*Working closely with stakeholders across different departments and international locations to improve service delivery.
*Supporting the annual external audit process, responding to auditor queries and providing relevant financial analysis and documentation.
*Ensuring compliance with governance requirements, internal controls, delegation procedures and audit standards.


What you’ll bring
The successful candidate will be an experienced finance professional with a strong understanding of accounting processes and previous experience working within a global or multi-entity finance environment.
You will be comfortable managing complex accounting activities, resolving issues and taking ownership of your work. Alongside your technical knowledge, you will have the ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across different departments and international locations. We are looking for someone who is analytical, organised and confident working independently, with a genuine interest in improving processes and delivering high-quality results.


Ideally, you will have:
*Finalist or fully qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA
*Strong technical knowledge of accounting processes and financial operations.
*Experience managing complex transactions, accounting exceptions and month-end activities.
*Exposure to ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 is particularly advantageous.
*A good understanding of financial controls, governance, delegation procedures and audit requirements.
*Experience working with stakeholders across different functions and geographical locations.
*A proactive approach to process improvement, with the confidence to suggest and implement better ways of working.
*Strong communication skills and the ability to share knowledge and support colleagues.


What sets this company apart?
This is an opportunity to join an established international organisation with a strong focus on developing its global finance operations. The business recognises the importance of investing in its people, offering flexible working arrangements, generous pension contributions and opportunities for ongoing professional development. You will be joining a collaborative finance team where knowledge sharing, accountability and continuous improvement are encouraged. With exposure to international operations, complex accounting processes and wider finance initiatives, this role offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and develop your career within a global organisation. The business is committed to creating an environment where people can contribute, develop their skills and progress professionally, while being supported by experienced colleagues and leadership.
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