Manufacturing
We’re seeking a commercially sharp finance professional to own month-end reporting and strengthen financial control within a growing, multi-entity manufacturing business. Initially, for a period of 6 months, this role has a strong likelihood of becoming long-term.
Description
The successful individual will deliver accurate management accounts, lead balance sheet reconciliations and group consolidations, oversee AP/AR, and provide clear variance analysis to drive performance. Working closely with the Head of Finance and cross-functional teams, they will support budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management, VAT, and year-end reporting — while continuously improving processes and controls. Manufacturing experience, multi-currency and multi-company exposure are essential along with US Sales Tax knowledge. A high-impact, hands-on role for someone who combines technical strength with commercial focus and a drive to improve.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this Part-Qualified Management Accountant role will include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee production of month end management accounts including preparation of accruals and prepayments schedules, ensuring all balance sheet accounts have been fully reconciled.
- Liaise with Finance Manager regarding monthly stock reconciliation ensuring any discrepancies are investigated, resolved and correctly accounted for.
- Production of monthly management reports including the provision of insightful commentary explaining variances between actuals versus budget, forecast and prior year.
- Preparation of Group consolidated monthly reports including inter-company eliminations and reconciliation.
- Assist the Head of Finance with the implementation of financial reporting deadlines ensuring all deadlines are adhered to.
- Working closely with the Product Development, Marketing and Operations teams to ensure spending is on track and in line with budget.
- Overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable including review of weekly payment runs and highlighting areas of concern to the Head of Finance in a timely manner.
- Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT return.
- Assist the Head of Finance with the preparation of quarterly forecasts, annual budget and quarterly cashflow forecasts.
- Support the Head of Finance in reviewing financial processes as well as implementing controls and efficiencies where necessary.
- Production of year end reports and schedules and liaison with external accountants for the preparation of the statutory accounts.
Skills
The skills and experience required for this Part-Qualified Management Accountant role include, but are not limited to:
- AAT qualified or ACCA/CIMA part-qualified or equivalent.
- A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar level role.
- Have an understanding of US Sales tax reporting requirements.
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing business.
- Previous experience working with foreign currency and multi company structure.
- Good understanding of the numbers and what they mean for the wider business.
- Commercially aware, proactive, comfortable taking ownership, and confident suggesting improvements.
- Organised under pressure and manage deadlines accurately.
- A clear communicator who works well with non-finance teams.
Apply
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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity-backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in technology, media, retail, pharma/biotech, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe. For more information, please see the Walker Hamill website.