Financial/Management Accountant in Preston, Lancashire

Our client, a market leading company, are currently recruiting an ambitious, commercial aware and proactive Financial/Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller in preparing monthly management information and other financial performance analytics.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for:

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Supporting the FC with the daily management of the team, cash flow forecasting, departmental budgeting and cost centre analysis to drive efficiencies and improve workflows across the business
• Developing best practice processes and procedures both in the department and across the wider business where applicable
• Oversee daily accounting operations (sales ledger, purchase ledger, cashbook)
• Reconcile bank accounts, stock, and manufacturer accounts
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Analyse variances and provide actionable insights to management
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards
• Liaise with auditors, external accountants, and stakeholders
• Maintaining the VAT Returns
• Additional ad hoc / project duties

As a successful candidate you will be AAT Qualified / Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and studying towards CIMA/ACCA or QBE with a strong understanding of management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. Proven experience in retail / multi-site finance environment would be an advantage.

You will also possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, strong communication and business partnering skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems are also essential.

In return the company offers a competitive remunerations and benefits package with plenty of ongoing training/study support, genuine scope for fantastic career progression and a dynamic, fast paced work environment.