Accountant

(Part-time arrangement possible)Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is delighted to be partnering with a well established manufacturing business in Chesterfield to recruit a Senior Management Accountant .Reporting to the Financial Controller, this newly created role offers the opportunity to become a key member of the finance team, taking ownership of management accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, payroll and month-end processes.This is a varied position that combines technical accounting with commercial business partnering. You'll work closely with senior management to deliver accurate financial information, strengthen financial controls and support strategic decision-making, with genuine scope to broaden your responsibilities as the role develops.The RoleWorking closely with the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining statutory compliance and supporting month-end, payroll, taxation and group reporting activities, while helping drive continuous improvement across the finance function.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and review monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow reportingTake ownership of key month-end close activities and ensure reporting deadlines are achievedPrepare and review journals covering payroll, taxation, inventory, overhead absorption and other month-end adjustmentsComplete and review balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepanciesReview inventory balances, manufacturing costs and obsolete or slow-moving stock provisionsComplete intercompany reconciliations, reporting and profit elimination processesSupport the preparation of monthly business reviews, forecasts and financial analysisUpload and validate financial information within ERP and group reporting systemsPrepare year-end schedules, statutory accounts support files and corporate tax informationPrepare and review VAT, PAYE, National Insurance, P11D and other statutory calculations and submissionsPrepare and process the monthly payroll for approximately 50 employees, including overtime, expenses, holiday pay and salary sacrifice deductionsMaintain company car records and complete the associated tax calculations and reportingAuthorise payments and supplier bank detail changes in the absence of the Financial ControllerSupport banking administration, authorised signatories and foreign currency exposure managementCoordinate SOX documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and governance requirementsReview departmental expenditure against budget, highlighting risks, overspends and forecasting opportunitiesMentor and support junior members of the finance team while providing cover across finance and administration when requiredAbout YouWe are looking for a commercially aware and technically capable finance professional who is comfortable taking ownership and working across a varied remit.You will ideally have:ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualificationAt least five years experience within a finance or accounting roleStrong experience preparing management accounts and managing month-end processesExcellent knowledge of balance sheet controls, reconciliations and statutory reportingGood understanding of UK taxation, payroll and HMRC requirementsStrong Excel skills and experience using ERP or integrated finance systemsManufacturing, SOX or international group reporting experience would be advantageousExcellent analytical, organisational and communication skills, with the confidence to work with finance and non-finance stakeholdersBenefitsSalary up to £60,000, depending on experienceCompany pensionFree onsite parkingFlexible working / Hybrid, if requiredIf youre interested in learning more about this opportunity, please get in touch or click apply now. Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Agency in this instance.TPBN1_UKTJ