Management Accountant

Location

Wolverhampton, West Midlands | United Kingdom

Job description

Management Accountant, Wolverhampton, up to £50k

Production and distribution company. Committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, we aim to deliver superior products while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

They are seeking a dedicated and experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team. You will play a pivotal role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, providing critical insights to support strategic decision-making within the organization.

Responsibilities: 

Financial Reporting and Analysis: 

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts, budget variance analysis, and forecasts.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to provide insights into business performance, cost efficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

Budgeting and Forecasting: 

• Assist in the development of annual budgets and long-term financial plans in coordination with department heads and senior management.
• Monitor actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying and addressing variances.

Control and Management: 

• Analyze costs across different departments and products, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with operational teams to develop cost-saving strategies while maintaining product quality and business objectives.

Financial Compliance and Procedures: 

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks.

Financial Decision Support: 

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate investment proposals, pricing strategies, and new business initiatives.

Ad Hoc Financial Projects: 

• Participate in special projects as assigned, which may include process improvements, system implementations, or other strategic initiatives.

Requirements:

• Must have a CIMA qualification.
• Proven experience (2 years) in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills: experience with ERP systems is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Benefits: 

• Pension plan.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

You must be UK based and live within a commutable distance of the where the position is located.
Sponsorship is not available so you will need to have full leave to remain.

The Selection Partnership (TSP) was formed in 1986 by experienced recruitment consultants to assist in solving the UK recruitment problems of client companies. We now operate from offices based in Central Birmingham (The Jewellery Quarter).Technical Division: recruits predominately for Engineering and Manufacturing clients. Positions we have recruited include Design Engineers, Toolmakers, CAD Designers/Technicians, CAD/CAM Engineers, CNC Setters/Operators/Programmers, Procurement/Purchasing/Buyers, Stock/Materials Control, Quality, Fabricators/Welders, Technical/Engineering Project Managers, Production/Maintenance/Service Engineers/Management etc. Sales & Support Division: recruits across a broad range of B2B sectors, requirements we have worked on have included Sales Support/Order Processing, Customer Services, Internal Sales/Telesales, Field/Area/Territory Sales, Account Executives/Managers, Business Development Professionals, Export, Sales Engineering and General Managers. We also recruit Back/Middle Office Support personnel including Administrators, Credit Controllers, Sales/Purchase Ledger, Accounts, Bookkeepers and Payroll etcCreative Division: recruiting on a national basis covering Agency, Design & Print, Signage, Packaging, POS, Events/Exhibitions and Conferencing. Positions filled have included: Account/Project Handlers/Managers, Events Managers, Estimators and Sales/New Business, Marketing (On/Offline), Social Media, Content Managers, Public Relations, Copywriters, Web Designers/Developers, Artworkers, Mac Operators, Graphic/3D Designers, Print Finishers, Printers and Production personnel etc. In addition we have also recruited for companies in other market sectors who have their own Internal Design, Marketing and Events Teams/Departments.Interiors Division: We have successfully recruited within the Shopfitting, Interiors, Joinery and Construction marketplaces for many years. Working throughout the UK our client base ranges from small independents through to multinationals. Positions filled have included: Sales/Business Developers, Estimators, Surveyors, Joiners, Contracts/Account/Project/Site/Installation/Operations Managers, 3D/Graphic Designers, CAD Designers/Technicians etc.Environmental/Services Division recruits nationally and our clients include Water Treatment, Water Hygiene, Legionella, Environmental, Health & Safety and Facilities Companies as well as Organisations who have their own Internal Departments and Teams. Positions we have successfully filled include, Graduate Trainees, Technical/Operations/Contracts Manager, Legionella Risk Assessors, Chemists, Plumbers, Sales/Service/Water Hygiene Engineers, HSQE, Buildings and Facilities Professionals, to name a few.

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Salary

£40k - £50k per annum