Group Management Accountant

Elevation Senior Finance are excited to be working in partnership with a growing retail business based close to Wetherby as they look to recruit a Group Management Accountant into their secure finance function. 

Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will produce and further develop weekly and monthly KPI’s as well as a Monthly Management Accounts packs to assist the board in their decision making and drive the business forward. The role offers the autonomy of managing all day-to-day accounting for the retail business and plenty of opportunities to develop your skillset within an experienced team.

Offering a competitive salary & benefits package, including:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working option – 2x days per week out of Tues/ Weds/ Thurs - Mondays and Fridays are fixed office days
• 37 hours – Flexible start times (8am – 9.30am until 4.30pm – 6.00pm) with early finish on Fridays
• Great development opportunities
• Perkbox subscription – access to free weekly perks, discounts, Boxx fitness app and wellness hub
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years continuous service
• Team bonding and social activities
• Free Food Fridays!

Duties & Responsibilities of the Group Management Accountant: 

• Prepare & produce a monthly Management Accounts pack for different companies within our group portfolio
• Prepare variance analysis and commentary of performance, working alongside with other departments to resolve issues in a diligent and logical manner within agreed timescales
• Preparing year end reporting packages UK & EU entities
• Management accounts prep includes processing of Intercompany transactions, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments & any other required journals
• To assist with forecasting P&Ls and Cashflows
• Preparation and reconciliation of balance sheet recs post month end
• Assisting in the budgeting process
• Support the Accounts Assistants with their transactional processing and cover during busy periods / absence / holidays etc.
• Developing the systems further to keep pace with changing business requirements.
• Supporting year-end audits and liaising with external auditors
• Processing quarterly VAT returns
• To review and implement new processes to deliver reporting and administrational efficiencies
• Assist the Financial Controller with various projects

To be successful in this role you will need strong Management Accounts experience. Some experience in presenting a full management accounts pack is preferred but not essential, other skills & experience required include:

• Qualified Accountant ACCA / CIMA / ACA
• Experience producing management accounts and presenting these to board level
• Minimum – 1 years’ experience within MA role
• Sage 200 (Preferable but not required)
• Knowledge of financial accounting standards and a good understanding of financial policies, processes and controls
• Ability to successfully handle several priorities simultaneously and ensure composure in high pressure situations whilst maintaining objectivity, focus and good judgment

If you meet the above criteria & wish to put yourself forward for this position, please apply or speak to Matt Goddard today!