Management Accountant in Wickford

The Wernick Group is a fast growing, well-established, privately-owned company and has grown to a turnover of £200m due to a combination of strong entrepreneurial leadership, operational excellence, and robust financial controls. This 4th generation family-owned business primarily operates within the construction sector but has also developed more specialist services for a broad range of customers. The Group continuously strives to improve, develop, and grow with six key business activities and operates from over 33 sites and divisional offices across the UK.

We are now seeking a highly motivated management accountant (AAT/ACCA/finalist) to join the Management Accounts team to assist in the production of the Group’s monthly management accounts and supporting financial analysis. The successful candidate must be an excellent communicator, be able to work to tight deadlines, and have a willingness and drive to learn. Experience of working in the manufacturing, construction, portable accommodation, or power generation sectors as well as a high-volume transaction business is helpful.

About The Role

• Preparation of the Group’s monthly management accounts
• Providing insightful financial analysis to senior leadership and operational teams
• Ensuring all input data has been correctly raised in the MCS RM system flowing through to the general ledger
• Month end process documentation and journal postings
• Monthly reconciliation of key Balance Sheet nominal accounts
• Develop key working relationships with members of the Wernick Group at board level and country wide operations
• Work closely with other Finance functions including Accounts Payable, Sales Ledger, Credit Control, and Cabin Fleet
• Reporting to Senior Management and Directors, providing thorough explanations for drivers of the monthly performance
• VAT return preparation and submission for all relevant operating companies
• ONS reporting on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Supporting and providing information through the audit process
• All other reasonable ad-hoc requests from Senior Management

The ideal candidate should have:

• Excellent communication skills; written and spoken
• Lots of energy, motivation, and enthusiasm
• Ability to multitask and prioritise work streams
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Excellent analytical skills
• Experience with analysis, budgeting, and management information reporting
• Fast learner and able to apply skill set to new scenarios
• Exposure to year end audit processes
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience in Sage 200 and Sage 50

What you will get in return:

• Competitive salary & Bonus
• Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
• Early finish on a Friday
• Option to buy extra holidays
• Group pension
• Annual Salary review – takes place each January
• Healthcare cash back scheme
• Life Assurance 2 x annual salary
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Training and progression opportunities
• Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 80 years)
• Open door policy
• Employee Referral scheme
• Benefits scheme (discounted retailers’ scheme)
• Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
• Message the CEO ideas submission opportunity with rewards
• Optional paid volunteering day each year

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company.

Required Criteria

• Hold AAT qualification, be ACCA part-qualified, or be an ACCA finalist
• Be able to work to tight deadlines
• Have a willingness and drive to learn
• Advanced in Microsoft Excel
• A high level of motivation, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach to challenges
• Practical experience with Sage 200 and Sage 50 accounting software.
• Valuable exposure to year-end audit processes
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate complex financial information clearly

Desired Criteria

• Experience in working in the construction, manufacturing, portable accommodation or power generation sector

Skills Needed

• Financial Analysis for Decisions
• Financial Reporting
• Attention to detail
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Communication
• Planning and Organising
• Time Management

About The Company

Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

• Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach.
• Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors.
• Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life.
• Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within.
• Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy.
• Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment.

Company Culture

• Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress.
• Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes.
• Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do.

Company Benefits

Your Future with the Wernick Group: At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction.