Finance Analyst/ Management Accountant

Company: hays-gcj-v4-pd-online
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Location: Stoke on Trent
Job Description:

Your newpany

Your newpany is a leader in their field based in Stoke-on-Trent and is looking for a qualified or part-qualified Management Accountant/ Finance Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis.

Your new role

  • Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis andmentary for senior leadership.

  • Assist with the production and review of financial results across multiple business units.

  • Deliver regular profitability, revenue and cost analysis to support decision-making.

  • Produce monthly reporting packs, dashboards and key performance indicators.

  • Support the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasts.

  • Lead the year-end audit process and act as the primary contact for external auditors.

  • Coordinate information required for corporate taxpliance and liaise with external advisors where required.

  • Prepare regular cash flow forecasts and working capital reports.

  • Monitor debtor performance and provide analysis on outstanding balances.

  • Produce accurate and timely financial reports for senior stakeholders.

  • Manage month-end journals, including accruals and prepayments.

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.

  • Oversee banking activities, cash management and treasury processes.

  • Manage intepany transactions, reconciliations and recharges.

  • Support international transactions and foreign currency activities where required.

  • Prepare indirect tax returns and ensurepliance with relevant regulations.

  • Maintain fixed asset registers and related reporting.

  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support for business projects.

  • What you’ll need to succeed

  • Fully qualified ACCA/ CIMA or part-qualified and working towards
  • Previous experience in a management accounting / financial analysis role
  • Experience of Sage 200 would be advantageous.
  • Experience of managing or mentoring staff would be advantageous
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • SQL experience advantageous
  • Self motivation and a positive outlook
  • Ability to work effectively to deadlines
  • What you’ll get in return

  • £45-50,000 DOE

  • On-site work

  • 8-4 or 9-5 Monday to Friday

  • 26 days annual leave + BH

  • Christmas shutdown

  • Bonus scheme

  • Posted: August 24th, 2026