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Management Accountant with development to FC

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Your new company 
Your new company is a leader in their field based in Stoke-on-Trent and are looking for a fully qualified Management Accountant who is looking to develop into a Financial Controller position over the next 2 years.

Your new role 
Your new role will include but not be limited to:
Management Accountant (Progression to Financial Controller - 2 Year Pathway)

Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis and commentary
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Assist with group reporting, statutory accounts, and external audits
Ensure tax and regulatory compliance
Support payroll and pension submissions
Maintain financial records 
Monitor foreign currency transactions and investment reporting
Assist with oversight of international subsidiary 
Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and reporting
Progression Responsibilities (Over 2 Years):

Take ownership of full financial control, including internal controls and risk management
Lead and develop the finance team
Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy
Manage cash flow and treasury
Provide commercial insight and decision support to the MD
Lead group reporting and statutory compliance
Additional Development Areas:

Company secretarial duties: statutory records, Companies House filings, board support, governance
HR support: recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and workforce planning
IT oversight: liaise with providers, support systems optimisation and data protection
Operational support: collaborate across teams, improve efficiency, support cost and performance management
What you'll need to succeed 

ACCA/ CIMA Qualified
Experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role (manufacturing experience desirable).
Strong understanding of management accounting principles and financial reporting.
Progress into a Financial Controller role within a structured timeframe.
Experience with ERP/accounting systems (IRIS Exchequer advantageous).
Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
Proactive attitude with the ability to take ownership and develop into a leadership role.
High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commercial awareness.

What you'll get in return 

Salary c.£60,000
Progression role to Financial Controller
On-site working
Monday to Friday 8am-5pm
25 days holiday + bank holidays

What you need to do now 

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