Management Accountant

Role Overview

• Management Review & Reporting – prepare the management accounts, balance sheet and KPIs in compliance with internal control guidelines. Provide meaningful commentary & analysis to meet the Group timetable and the needs of the UK Supply management team
• Business Planning & Financial Analysis – assist with the preparation of budgets & forecasts,ensuring assumptions are aligned with your knowledge of the business areas and are representative of the latest directions of the key stakeholders and Leadership Team
• Division Focus & Business Partnership – become a valued partner to the UK Supply team, offering insightful financial analysis and commercial challenge. Lead discussions with key stakeholders where required
• Middle Office to Back Office reconciliation – provide direction and take responsibility for the reconciliation of Back Office accounting to the P&L created by the Middle Office Risk team
• Continuous Improvement – be overall responsible for identifying areas for improvement across the Finance function which impacts data fed into, or created by, the team, as well as coordinating the multi-team effort to resolve identified issues and processes
• Relationship Management – build strong relationships within the Finance function, Middle Office Risk team, operational teams and relevant Leadership Team. Demonstrate leadership in dealing with transactional and non-transactional teams contributing to overall reported results
• Data Analytics – assist with projects within team and across the finance function to create efficiencies and productivity improvements
• Ad hoc queries – assisting with ad-hoc finance queries from operational teams.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent), with relevant experience in a commercial finance environment
• Accustomed to undertaking month-end procedures and associated reporting, as well as producing business forecasts and budgets
• Advanced Excel skills
• Possesses and demonstrates real analytical skill and can apply a logical approach to new challenges
• Be a strong communicator and possess an ability to develop trusting and credible relationships at all levels of the business, to Executive level, and to respect different opinions and ideas
• Have a questioning and inquisitive mind – not afraid to ask questions or challenge convention, nor to drive improvements and efficiencies as appropriate
• Takes personal responsibility and accountability for their work – you will own everything reported
• Able to analyse and interpret significant quantities of financial data and relate back to business issues
• Be flexible and adaptable – this is a senior role within one of the largest teams in Finance and there will be times it will be required to step up and move out of your comfort zone
• Ambitious, enthusiastic and looking to progress within a reputable and fast-moving organisation.
• Knowledge of Oracle
• Mark-to-market accounting.

Tech Stack

• Oracle

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, enhanced by a discretionary bonus scheme that rewards both business and individual performance.
• Private medical insurance: Prioritise your health with comprehensive private medical insurance, including access to online GP services from AXA for you and your family.
• Enhanced company pension: Secure your future with enhanced company pension contributions that support your long-term financial goals.
• Cycle to work scheme: Embrace a sustainable lifestyle with our cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Spread the cost of your commute and take advantage of annual discounts with an interest free season ticket loan.
• Volunteering and charity: We encourage you to give back to the community through volunteering days and charitable initiatives.
• Enhanced holiday allowance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays.
• Global travel insurance: Travel with peace of mind, courtesy of worldwide multi-trip travel insurance coverage for you and your family.
• Employee discount platform: Access exclusive discounts through our employee discount platform.
• Enhanced parental leave: Generous maternity and paternity pay to support you and your family when you need it most.