Management Accountant - Hybrid

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“Quality performance starts with a positive attitude.”  Jeffrey Gitomer.
 
We are excited to announce a newly created position with a leading private equity business that is undergoing a significant transformation of its finance function. This role will be pivotal in the transition to a centralised European finance team based in Halesowen, as well as supporting ongoing ERP upgrades.
 
As part of this transformation, you will be involved in shaping the future of the finance department, providing valuable input and support during this exciting period of change. You will work within a dynamic and evolving environment, where versatility, problem-solving, lateral thinking, and accountability are essential.
 
Your responsibilities as the Management Accountant will include:

• Clear the backlog of financial postings across multiple European entities, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Support day-to-day financial operations, including managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Maintain and update accurate financial records to ensure consistency and compliance across all entities.
• Identify gaps in current financial controls, recommend improvements, and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance compliance.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and other key quarterly financial reports.
• Support the quarterly reforecasting process and assist in the annual budgeting cycle.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process standardisation and efficiency within the finance function.

• Full accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of transactional accounting, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think laterally and adapt to change.
• Experience working in a European or multi-entity finance environment is advantageous.
• Exposure to shared services or private equity environments would be beneficial.

• Hybrid working model (2 days working from home).
• Opportunity to work in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with a significant impact on the finance transformation.