Your new company
Hays are working exclusively with a growing manufacturer based in Stourport-on-Severn. My client is looking to add an assistant management accountant to their team.
Your new role
The duties of the assistant management accountant will include the below;
- Preparation of Month end management accounts and reporting for Stourport site
- Departmental reporting as required.
- Posting month-end journals
- Detailed analysis of spend/budget variances, identify variances and drive actions to eliminate.
- Prepare detailed analysis for annual budget, including forecasts and assist with the preparation of the annual budget
- Cashflow forecasting
- Effective cost control for the business and day to day operations
- Review and maintain the standard costing system.
- Support the Finance Manager in producing robust forecasts of financial performance, and identifying (rapidly and early) those areas where the financial outlook for the business requires corrective management action.
- Pro-active management and control of working capital; own and drive projects to reduce stock holding, creditors and debtors.
- Create live updates throughout the trading month and put necessary control tools in place (e.g. to avoid surprises at month end). Weekly information gathering and sharing data in a format that can be understood by all.
- Monthly reporting duties in close liaison with the Shared Service Centre.
- Ensure the business maintains robust internal controls which will ensure compliance with financial regulations and Morgan group policies.
What you'll need to succeed
- Strong intellect with an ability to rapidly identify key issues, to see the big picture and apply the "common sense" test.
- Excellent communication skills that focus on simplicity and clarity of presentation, both written and oral.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a diverse team in terms of seniority, function, etc.
- Able to influence people at all levels of the organisation and secure their buy in and commitment.
- High energy and an ability to demonstrate resilience in achieving goals/targets.
- Attention to detail and an ability to deliver to the highest standard, within rigid timeframes.
- A team player, working from own initiative.
- Responsive and self motivated.
What you'll get in return
My client offers some flexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday.
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme
Great support from a friendly team!
What you need to do now
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