Our clients are seeking a highly skilled CIMA-qualified Management Accountant/Company Secretary to head up our finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial planning, budgeting, and business decision-making, ensuring the organisation remains financially healthy and aligned with strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and performance reporting.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support decision-making and business planning.
• Monitor budgets and forecasts to ensure accurate financial projections.
• Provide insights on cost control, revenue optimisation, and financial efficiency.
• Support senior management with financial data and strategic recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with operational teams to improve financial performance and efficiency.
• Manage year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure the company complies with legal and regulatory requirements.
• File necessary documents with regulatory authorities (e.g., annual returns, financial statements).
• Ensure compliance with company laws, tax regulations, and corporate policies

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Fully CIMA-qualified (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants).
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in financial software
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analytics.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Experience in manufacturing an advantage
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and financial best practices.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary 
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.
• Employee benefits, flexible working, pension plan.