Group Management Accountant – SJS/22463

Our client is a diverse group of companies providing a premier service in a lively and vibrant sector. Following recent investment they are now embarking on an ambitious phase of expansion which will involve making acquisitions to complement their current portfolio of businesses. As part of this process they are now looking to strengthen the finance department by appointing a Group Management Accountant to oversee the production of management accounts for a number of their entities. This will be a busy role that would suit someone familiar with SAGE and good experience of month end accounting and analysis.

Reporting into the FD / MD your primary duties will be:

• Producing the monthly management accounts
• Producing P&L accounts, cash flows and variance analysis
• Providing bespoke analysis and KPI’s to assist with decision making
• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts
• Contributing to budgeting and planning
• Reporting inter-company recharges
• Managing capital expenditure
• Reviewing processes and improving where necessary
• Providing ad hoc support to projects

The ideal candidate would have at least three years of experience in a management accounts role, ideally with some knowledge of group accounting. You should be a good communicator able to build relationships across the business, manage multiple month ends and learn quickly the nuances of each trading entity. The business is going through an exciting period of growth and evolution so there will be opportunities for professional development, project work will including assisting with a new system implementation and supporting other departments with growth initiatives.

You will be based in very pleasant, modern surroundings and will receive a competitive salary and benefits. The role will be office based with the potential for occasional work from home once up and running. For immediate consideration please do not hesitate to apply.