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Accounting - Finance
Group Management Accountant
Accounting - Finance
#516521
Remote / WFH
Job Description
Location: Salford, M50 1RE
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 37.5-hour week, Monday-Friday
Flexibility: Option to work one day per week from home, fixed day
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Free Parking, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, 1 day additional per year of employment up to 28 days, Regular social events, Training and development support from a dedicated People Team, Community volunteering opportunities, Christmas shopping voucher, and more.
Our company is a fast-growing, multi-channel retailer with operations across seven trading entities under the same group. These entities span a range of retail channels including e-commerce, marketplace, and wholesale. Our products range from affordable home appliances to specialist commercial appliances.
We are looking for a proactive and commercially aware Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in financial reporting, planning, and decision-making. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to the financial success of a growing company. You will be responsible for preparing management accounts, financial analysis, and ensuring financial controls are in place to support strategic business growth.
Key Responsibilities
• Preparation of accurate management accounts for all 7 entities, meeting Group timetable
• Completion of a range of Balance Sheet Reconciliations for review
• Reviewing monthly overheads
• Reconcile all ecommerce platform sales and checks on sales at month end (Platforms include Amazon, eBay, Debenhams, B&Q)
• Submission and reconciliation of VAT returns for the Group
• Assist in the preparation of any ad hoc reports for external & internal purposes
• Assist Finance Manager and Finance Director with forecasting and budgeting
• Assist Finance Manager with external audit queries
• Mentor and develop other members of the Finance Team
• Any relevant ad-hoc duties as required by the Finance Team
Qualification / Skill Requirements
• Newly qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA or ‘finalist’ would be considered
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a relevant role
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Personal characteristics
• Takes pride in their work
• Has a strong work ethic - working diligently and conscientiously
• Enjoys working responsively to solve problems or issues
• Takes initiative and works proactively to meet targets and complete tasks
• Is polite and professional in the way they deal with others
• Enjoys working in a team environment where colleagues support each other
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
You may also have experience in the following roles: Financial Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Senior Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Financial Controller, Group Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Finance Analyst, Reporting Accountant, Budgeting and Forecasting Specialist, E-commerce Accountant, VAT Accountant, ACCA Accountant, CIMA Accountant, ACA Accountant, Reconciliation Accountant, Audit Accountant, etc.
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Salary: £50,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 37.5-hour week, Monday-Friday
Flexibility: Option to work one day per week from home, fixed day
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Free Parking, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, 1 day additional per year of employment up to 28 days, Regular social events, Training and development support from a dedicated People Team, Community volunteering opportunities, Christmas shopping voucher, and more.
Our company is a fast-growing, multi-channel retailer with operations across seven trading entities under the same group. These entities span a range of retail channels including e-commerce, marketplace, and wholesale. Our products range from affordable home appliances to specialist commercial appliances.
We are looking for a proactive and commercially aware Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in financial reporting, planning, and decision-making. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to the financial success of a growing company. You will be responsible for preparing management accounts, financial analysis, and ensuring financial controls are in place to support strategic business growth.
Key Responsibilities
• Preparation of accurate management accounts for all 7 entities, meeting Group timetable
• Completion of a range of Balance Sheet Reconciliations for review
• Reviewing monthly overheads
• Reconcile all ecommerce platform sales and checks on sales at month end (Platforms include Amazon, eBay, Debenhams, B&Q)
• Submission and reconciliation of VAT returns for the Group
• Assist in the preparation of any ad hoc reports for external & internal purposes
• Assist Finance Manager and Finance Director with forecasting and budgeting
• Assist Finance Manager with external audit queries
• Mentor and develop other members of the Finance Team
• Any relevant ad-hoc duties as required by the Finance Team
Qualification / Skill Requirements
• Newly qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA or ‘finalist’ would be considered
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a relevant role
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Personal characteristics
• Takes pride in their work
• Has a strong work ethic - working diligently and conscientiously
• Enjoys working responsively to solve problems or issues
• Takes initiative and works proactively to meet targets and complete tasks
• Is polite and professional in the way they deal with others
• Enjoys working in a team environment where colleagues support each other
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
You may also have experience in the following roles: Financial Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Senior Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Financial Controller, Group Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Finance Analyst, Reporting Accountant, Budgeting and Forecasting Specialist, E-commerce Accountant, VAT Accountant, ACCA Accountant, CIMA Accountant, ACA Accountant, Reconciliation Accountant, Audit Accountant, etc.
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