Management Accountant

Gleeson are exclusively working with a private equity-backed business in Burton-on-Trent that's looking for an experienced Management Accountant to support their finance function during a key period. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded, technically strong accountant who's confident working in a fast-paced environment. This role is initially a 3 month FTC with the potential of it being extended.

You'll be joining a collaborative and driven team, with flexible working hours and hybrid working. This role is perfect for a hard working, experienced Management Accountant who's happy to get stuck in and hit the ground running.

The role:

• Delivering the monthly consolidated group management accounts, including financial statements and insightful commentary on trading performance, cashflows, risks and opportunities.
• Preparing key balance sheet reconciliations and supporting analytical review processes - including the development of the monthly balance sheet review pack.
• Managing the P&L and balance sheets for holding companies, including intercompany reconciliations and accounting for bank/shareholder debt.
• Performing month-end foreign exchange valuations.
• Producing and sharing analysis on key trading metrics - including passenger volumes, average selling prices, revenue, cost of sales and gross profit by product and itinerary.
• Overseeing accounts receivable processes - ensuring accurate invoicing and timely collection of funds from travel agent partners.
• Supporting the rollout and embedding of cost centre reporting - helping senior leaders understand their numbers and drive performance.
• Providing mentorship to junior team members and supporting their development.
• Playing a key role in the preparation and delivery of the annual audit.

Ideal candidate:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Solid experience in a similar role.
• Ideally experienced in a private equity-backed environment.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills - able to build relationships across finance and wider teams.
• Experience using SAGE 200 would be ideal.

Benefits:

• 50,000 - 60,00 per annum (pro rata) Depending on experience
• 3-month fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Exposure to the fast-paced world of a private equity-backed business

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