Management Accountant
We are seeking a highly skilled Management Accountant to join our team.
About the Role
The Management Accountant position is a full-time, on-site role responsible for monthly management accounting for the business. The role includes finance business partnering, cash flow management, payroll, time and attendance systems, grant applications, sales support, and projects.
* Prepare monthly retail management accounts and provide SLT with accurate and timely financial insights.
* Complete month-end and year-end close activities.
* Prepare all journals, accruals, and adjustments, ensuring they are properly recorded and documented.
* Financial Planning and Analysis: Work closely with Retail Business Leaders to support their finance needs and budget process.
* Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial models to guide decision making.
* Analyse financial performance and variances, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
* Provide insights into cost structures and profitability.
* Track and report on key performance indicators.
* Cost control and Optimisation: Monitor and control costs, ensuring efficiency across operations.
* Evaluate and manage financial risks, recommending cost-saving measures.
* Internal Controls, Risk Management and Compliance: Assist in the implementation of internal control systems.
* Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies.
* Support the Risk Management process, in conjunction with the Accounting Manager and Finance Director.
* Audit, Tax and Regulatory filings: Support tax filings as required, including VAT, corporation tax, company secretarial, and other statutory filings.
* Support external auditors and tax advisors as required.
* Process Improvements / Projects: Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve financial reporting accuracy and timeliness.
* Identify and support initiatives to drive revenue growth and implement cost savings.
* Identify improvements to accounting systems and processes.
* Support any grant applications/administration.