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Job description

We are recruting for a Management Accountant on behalf of our client. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day accounting function, preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reporting and supporting senior management with timely and accurate financial information.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and reconciliation of General Ledger and the underlying Ledgers, including posting weekly/monthly journals.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts, and assistance in provision of variance analysis to senior management.
• Analysis of overheads and specific KPI information for management review.
• Bank reconciliations for all bank accounts and cashflow management.
• Preparation, review & submission of VAT returns, EC sales, PAYE / Pensions.
• Supporting the existing admin team on a vast range of tasks.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in a hands-on accounting role, including preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets and financial reporting.
• Practical knowledge of UK VAT, PAYE, payroll procedures and pension requirements.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience.

Further Information

This is a hands-on position requiring technical accounting skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently within a busy manufacturing environment.