Management Accountant

Stirling Dynamics is recruiting a Management Accountant for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract, to cover maternity leave.

The Finance department at Stirling Dynamics is responsible for reporting on the Company’s financial performance and ensuring that all the necessary controls & processes are in place, thus safeguarding the company assets.

The company is fast growing and therefore we are a proactive finance team, who are leading a number of interesting projects to help drive the business forward. We foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a high level of service.

The Management Accountant is a key role within this small collaborative team and will be involved in driving the department forward. Assisting in the delivering and development of all key financial processes, including management accounts, month end processes, business unit reporting, budgeting, forecasting, overhead management and tax reporting.

• Preparation of Monthly management accounts including variance analysis and balance sheet reconciliations (including multi-currency accounting): accruals, prepayments, journal processing, fixed asset register, stock valuation management.
• Group reporting
• Support forecasting & budget setting process, preparation of overhead forecasting with full support of budget holders in their interpretation of financial information on overhead costs
• Monthly payroll accounting & controlling
• Taxation including monthly VAT returns
• Supporting the annual audit process
• Provision of management information and analysis where required
• Support finance process, controls & policy improvements
  

• Newly Qualified (ACCA, ACA) preferred but would consider Part Qual’s if QBE

• Microsoft Office – advanced Excel skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to present financial information to non-finance people

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

The applicant must be able to identify with the following characteristics and qualities which are essential for the role:

• Good time & workload management
• Attention to detail
• Systemic thinker
• Good communication skills
• Team player
• Can-do attitude
• Creative approach towards problem solving
• Challenging the status quo
• Positive attitude towards change

• Experience with NAV 2009 or similar NAV would be desirable

Competitive package - £36,000 to £43,000 dependent on experience (Grade 4)

We offer a range of benefits to our employees to recognise their efforts. Playing hard is equally as important as working hard, so regular events are held throughout the year which provide an ideal opportunity to mix socially.