Management Accountant - McCarthy Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Job Title: Management Accountant (Qualified)Location: Haslingden, Lancashire (Full-Time Office Based)Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annumEstablished in 2007, our client is a multi-disciplined business that specialises in the management of land, through restoration, remediation, or reprofiling. With impressive growth plans, this business has developed into a market leading specialist in land remediation, leisure space development, and site operations.As part of a new phase of expansion we are looking for a qualified and ambitious Management Accountant to join this dynamic team and take their career to the next level! Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in improving finance functions while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of financial operations.As a Management Accountant, you will be responsible for producing accurate, detailed, and timely accounts. This is the perfect position for a passionate finance professional who is eager to contribute to a focused and driven team while mentoring junior staff and having the potential to develop your career.Management Accountant Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management sccounts for all group entities
• Conducting balance sheet reconciliations and daily cash flow forecasting
• Performing KPI & variance analysis, and detailed monthly OPEX analysis
• Overseeing Purchase Orders (PO) & Goods Received Notes (GRN) internal controls
• Acting as a key point of contact during statutory financial audits
• HMRC reporting, including quarterly VAT and levy returns
• Reporting to the environment agency, including quarterly waste returns
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff with ongoing studies
• Assisting with ERP system upgrades and improvements
• Supporting the Head of Finance with ad-hoc finance projects and covering other finance functions as required 

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• CIMA, ACA, or ACCA qualified
• Proven experience in preparing management accounts
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy 

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about accounting and finance
• Ambitious, keen to progress, and always looking for ways to improve
• Friendly and approachable, with a strong team-player mindset
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• A logical thinker who enjoys problem-solving
• Honest, trustworthy, and professional with high personal integrity

Reasons to APPLY NOW:

• A competitive salary between £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
• Opportunities for career progression and supervisory experience
• Mentorship from the Head of Finance
• A collaborative and supportive working environment

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Haslingden, Clitheroe, Preston, Chorley, Wigan, Manchester, Stockport and WarringtonIf you’re a career motivated, conscientious, and driven Management Accountant, ready to take on a new challenge and make a significant impact, we’d love to hear from you! APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. This role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruiter. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:

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