At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare management accounts, support budgeting, and drive profitability improvements.
- Company: International logistics company with a supportive culture in Birmingham.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and valuable experience with finance leaders.
- Other info: Low staff turnover and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a team that values your growth and offers real impact in finance.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with management accounting experience.
About the Business
An opportunity to be a Commercial Management Accountant for an international company based in Birmingham, who offer hybrid working. This role provides the opportunity to develop your skills and is perfect for a qualified accountant in a recognised accountancy qualification, while paying £50,000 - £55,000. You’ll work within a supportive team with low staff turnover – a great environment to settle into a group with brilliant culture. You’ll work closely with the Finance Business Partner, providing an opportunity to gain valuable experience – ideal if you have the desire to progress onto a similar position.
Main Duties:
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
- Take ownership of producing the monthly Management Information Pack for Board review and distribution.
- Support the preparation of rolling monthly forecasts and the annual budgeting process, including providing detailed analysis where required.
- Communicate effectively with the line manager, highlighting any risks and opportunities identified.
- Drive profitability and continuous improvement by reviewing, analysing, and challenging existing processes and practices.
- Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts, ensuring audit sign-off is achieved in line with Birmingham Airport deadlines.
- Liaise with external stakeholders to resolve any financial queries.
- Maintain and update financial models as required.
- Provide support and relevant information for the annual audit process.
- Partner with non-financial managers to support wider business financial understanding and decision-making.
- Support Finance Business Partners with investment appraisals and business case analysis.
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations accurately and in a timely manner.
- Raise commercial and ad-hoc invoices as requested by Finance Business Partners.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the role as required.
Location / Office / Culture
The role is hybrid with 3 days in the Birmingham based office. The business is proud of its supportive culture and there is a low staff turnover – the company really looks after its employees. You’ll report into the Lead Finance Business Partner – a good chance to gain valuable experience.
What We Are Looking For
- Qualified in ACCA/CIMA/ACA
- Experience in a management accounting role, including month-end close and reporting.
- Strong Excel skills, with experience or interest in Power Apps and data visualisation tools to support automation and insight.
- Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Proactive in driving process improvements and using technology to enhance efficiency.
- Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Degree educated (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related analytical discipline is a bonus but not essential.
Why Join the business
- Hybrid working arrangement
- A chance to gain valuable experience working directly with the Lead Finance Business Partner
- Supportive team
- The business has low staff turnover – they really look after their employees
- A chance to join an internationally recognised logistics company
About Us
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