Senior Management Accountant (Qual or Finalist)

My client, a large entertainment company, is looking for a Qualified Management Accountant or Finalist to join one of their subsidiaries based in Adlington. We are looking for someone that is highly ambitious and would like to be the Financial Controller in the not too distant future! The role will be highly hands-on to start, whilst also collaborating with external accountants. This position offers excellent career progression as both the company and the wider group continue to grow and evolve. Key Responsibilities: * Preparation of monthly management accounts- * Periodic and monthly profit and cash-flow forecasting * Input to group half-year and year-end reporting * Liaising with company auditors * Preparation of annual statutory accounts, ensuring full adherence to UKGAAP and IFRS * Running the payroll in SAGE * Submission of all HMRC filings – VAT, PAYE, NIC, Corporation tax etc * Maintenance of relevant control account reconciliations and journal entries * Negotiation of terms with suppliers * Supporting the business in managing the business costs and optimising its profits * Managing and processing day-to-day financial information – receipts, payments, purchase invoices, sales invoices, expenses etc as appropriate * Providing support for, and leading as necessary, team and group-wide projects that align with the strategic direction of the finance function Candidate requirements: * Fully qualified or finalist * Takes responsibility for high-quality work and meeting deadlines * Acts independently, eager to learn and take on new challenges * Strong business insight with the ability to question trends and forecast * Team player, able to motivate and exchange ideas effectively * Excellent organizational skills, adept at prioritizing and managing expectations This role is based on-site 5 days a week, with flexibility when fully integrated in the role. Salary is up to £60,000