Senior Management Accountant

Description

Job Title: Senior Management AccountantLocation: WarringtonSalary: GBP50,000 - GBP65,000 per annum (depending on experience)Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-timeContract: Permanent, Monday - Friday Working Pattern: Office based - 1 day WFH

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join a thriving SME business at its Head Office in Warrington. This is a key senior finance role, offering the chance to take ownership of the finance function while working closely with the Finance Director to support business performance and continued growth.

The RoleReporting into the Finance Director, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations of the business and lead a small finance team of 2x Finance Assistants. This is a hands-on role with broad exposure across the organisation, combining operational finance with strategic input.

This position would suit a strong Senior Management Accountant ready to step up into a more senior finance role.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee daily financial operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, banking, and general ledger activityProduce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and financial statementsLead budgeting and forecasting processes, monitoring performance against budgetManage cashflow, working capital, and liquidity, identifying efficiencies and cost-saving opportunitiesEnsure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial controlsProvide financial insight and analysis to support operational and strategic decision-makingSupport year-end processes and liaise with external auditorsOversee VAT returns, Corporation Tax submissions, and regulatory filingsWork closely with project managers and department heads on costs, margins, and financial performanceMaintain finance systems and ensure records are accurate and up to dateDevelop, mentor, and manage the finance team, fostering a high-performance cultureDrive continuous improvement across financial processes, controls, and reporting Experience & Qualifications:

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experienceProven experience as a Senior Management AccountantConstruction industry or related consruction manufacturing experience is essentialKnowledge of CISStrong experience producing management accountsExperience managing or mentoring finance staffExperience managing year-end processes and external auditsBackground in cashflow management, budgeting, and forecastingAccounting systems such as Sage 50, Advanced in Excel (advantageous)Why Join? Join a thriving SME business with ambitious growth plansSenior, visible role with genuine influence on business decisionsOpportunity to work closely with the Finance Director and leadership teamLead and develop a small, committed finance teamStable, full-time, permanent position in a fully office-based environment If this sounds like your next move, please get in touch today for a confidential discussion.

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