Management Accountant

Job Location	Gillingham, Kent
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£35,000 - £50,000 per annum, inc benefits
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

Management AccountantLocation: GillinghamJob Type: Full-timeSalary: Competitive with benefitsWe are currently seeking a Management Accountant to support our Gillingham site and Finance team. This role is integral to delivering accurate and timely management reporting and analysis, maintaining books and records, and supporting key financial processes.The ideal candidate will be a pivotal member of the finance team, engaging in monthly, quarterly, and year-end finance processes, as well as management reporting required at all levels of the business, both internally and externally.Day to Day of the role:

Take responsibility for accurate financial reporting and production of management accounts to strict deadlines.
Liaise with external and internal auditors to ensure robust processes.
Input into the budget/forecast process and ensure Sarbanes Oxley compliance.
Produce accurate profit and loss and balance sheets, including annual budget preparation for the Technical Centre.
Collaborate with engineering management for full-year forecast accuracy and prepare monthly cost centre reports.
Manage cash flow forecasting and reporting, produce headcount and payroll reports, and support R&D grant applications.
Monthly rebilling of Technical Centre costs and other billing to customers, including customs invoices.
Use Phinia timebooking system for journal preparation and ensure all work complies with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) guidelines.
Control expenditure versus budget and action improvements to reporting processes.
Mentor and develop the Finance team and support the Technical Centre teams to ensure targets are met.
Perform General Ledger (Balance Sheet) reconciliations and assist in the completion of quarterly & annual stocktakes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

High level of Excel skills.
Clear communicator with the ability to multi-task.
Working towards ACCA/CIMA qualification.
Comfortable working with both Financial and Non-Financial personnel.
Excellent team player with a flexible attitude.

Desirable:

Experience working in a Manufacturing Environment.
Understanding of a Standard Costing Environment.

Benefits:

27 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Long service holiday (if applicable).
37-hour work week.
Pension Scheme.
Dental plan.
Onsite parking.

Staff discount with selected retailers and wellbeing platforms.To apply for the Management Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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