Group Management Accountant

Group Management Accountant – Lincoln – to £70,000 + Bens

Are you an experienced Management Accountant looking for a role that drives financial strategy and operational alignment across a group of companies?  Are you seeking a new role with a large element of Finance Business Partnering? If so, this could be an ideal role for you.

We are working with a business that currently employs over 3000 employees who are all working for a common goal to see the company expand, succeed and offer fantastic service to its customers.
Leading a team of Management Accountants, you will be responsible for implementing best practices to foster a culture of change and innovation, aligning team efforts with strategic initiatives in trading and back-office functions. By collaborating with key stakeholders, you will ensure their financial goals reflect operational strategies, and you will conduct thorough analysis of trading results, budget performance, and forecasts.

Key Responsibilities:
*            You will manage and develop a team of Management Accountants, promoting best practices to create a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
*            You will conduct in-depth analyses of trading results, evaluate them against budgets and forecasts, and support investment proposals with detailed financial insights.
*            You will work closely with stakeholders to align financial objectives with business strategies, providing data-driven insights for new initiatives and expansions.
*            You will lead the creation of budgets and forecasts within the trading area, ensuring robust financial planning and analysis.
*            You will drive enhancements in reporting systems, financial procedures, and internal controls, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across financial processes.

Who the client is looking for…
*            Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA or CIMA with significant experience in managementaccounting, ideally within the FMCG sector.
*            A proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and team management
*            Possess strong interpersonal skills that enable effective collaboration with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
*            Ability to inspire and develop a team

What is on offer?...
*            Salary of between £60-70,000 depending on experience
*            Pension scheme of up to 12% employer contributions
*            Generous employee discounts across their family of brands
*            Annual discretionary bonus

If this role sounds like you, please do get in touch.  I am always happy to have a confidential conversation about the role or even about the wider market.

Jobs you may have applied for include Finance Business Partner, Senior Management Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Commercial Analyst, Finance Manager

The role is based in Lincoln but is commutable from Nottingham, Gainsborough, Newark, Market Rasen, Horncastle and Worksop

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