Management Accountant

Management AccountantJob Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Management Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, analysing business trends, and providing strategic insights to support decision-making. As the Management Accountant, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to optimise commercial strategies and maximise profitability. Main Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Management and Statutory Accounts:·      Take ownership of the management accounts, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.·      Provide in-depth analysis of financial results, highlighting key trends and insights.·      Collaborate with the finance team to ensure proper reconciliation of financial data.·      Fully support the Financial Controller through the year end audit process2. Performance Metrics and Reporting:·      Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure business performance.·      Prepare regular financial reports and dashboards for management review.3. Financial Planning and Analysis:·      Lead the development and implementation of financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.·      Conduct variance analysis to track performance against financial targets and identify areas for improvement.4. Commercial Strategy:·      Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop and evaluate commercial strategies.·      Provide financial insights to support pricing decisions, promotions, and new product launches.5. Profitability Analysis:·      Analyse product and customer profitability, identifying opportunities for margin improvement.·      Conduct scenario analysis to assess the impact of various business decisions on profitability.6. Financial Modelling:·      Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning and investment decisions.·      Evaluate the financial implications of strategic initiatives and provide recommendations.7. Business Partnering:·      Work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to understand business dynamics and drivers.·      Provide financial information and analysis to senior management helping them make more informed decisions and driving business strategy.8. Risk Management:·      Assess financial risks and recommend strategies for mitigating them.·      Monitor and report on key financial risk indicators.9. Compliance and Controls:·      Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.·      Implement and enhance financial processes to strengthen controls.10. Any other adhoc Key Attributes:·      Strategic Thinker: Ability to align financial strategies with overall business objectives.·      Collaborative: Strong team player with the ability to work effectively across departments.·      Results-Driven: Demonstrated ability to deliver results and drive continuous improvement.·      Adaptable: Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.·      Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail while maintaining a focus on the bigger picture.·      Proven experience demonstrating experience with partnering with Directors and senior management teams.Qualifications and requirements: ·      Ideally will be a qualified accountant with experience of working in a SME retail company·      Proven experience in management reporting, commercial finance, financial planning and analysis, or a related role.·      Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.·      Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.·      Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and analysis tools.·      Experience with SAGE 200, SAP Concur and Zedonk would be a benefit.·      Strong business acumen and the ability to think strategically.If you are a dynamic finance professional with a proven track record in management reporting and analysis, a passion for driving business success, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.