Management Accountant

Posted 11 November 2022
Salary £40000 per annum
LocationBlackburn
Discipline Qualified Finance
ReferenceLM36828MABL
Contact NameLynsey McKinnell

Job description

Axon Moore is working with a Global market leading retail company who are looking for an Interim Management Accountant to work at the Blackburn head office.

We have opportunities available for Permanent & Interim Management Accountants.

As Management Accountant you will be part of the core finance team and will be responsible for producing monthly management accounts. Reporting to the Finance Manager and will work as part of a team of experienced and knowledgeable senior finance partners & accountants.

Duties:
  • Ensure that balance sheet reconciliations are prepared on a monthly basis, and that all balances are correct, and differences investigated.
  • Support variance and trend analysis by site, by brand.
  • Production and posting of key journals including accruals, prepayments, accrued and deferred income.
  • Support the commercial finance team with information and performance analysis to assist decision making for local teams.
  • Develop robust processes and controls to ensure risks are managed appropriately in line with Group requirements.
  • Support in the production of accurate monthly and quarterly flash results for Financial Planning and Commercial teams.
  • Assisting in year-end statutory audit process.
  • Other ad hoc projects as required by CFO, Finance Director or Financial Controller.
  • Support the fixed asset finance team with information and guidance for project accounting. Manage a team of two trainee accountants and assist in their development, taking ownership of your teams work and outputs.
  • To become the main point of contact for property team for financial support and queries on property accounting.
Person Specification:
  • Qualified accountant
  • Advanced Excel
  • Previous experience as a Management Accountant.
Please send a CV, salary expectations and availability to lmckinnell@axonmoore.com for immediate consideration.

Please note, this role is based in Blackburn and you must be able to get in to the office 5 days per week. Free parking and excellent benefits package provided.