Management Accountant
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Cheadle, Greater Manchester |
| Area | North West, UK |
| Sector | Fashion |
| Salary | GBP40000 - GBP45000 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH35213_1769188646 |
- Description
Management Accountant | Cheadle | On-site | Part-qual or Finalist | £40,000 - £45,000, plus benefits | FMCG/Retail/E-commerce
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing FMCG/retail/e-commerce business with a complex and expanding group structure. The company operates across online, retail and international markets and continues to scale at pace.
The business is entrepreneurial and fast-moving, offering broad exposure rather than a narrow, siloed remit. It is an excellent environment for a Management Accountant who wants ownership, visibility and the chance to grow with the organisation.
The Role
- Take full ownership of the month-end close across multiple group entities
- Prepare management accounts with clear commentary for senior leadership
- Review and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and deferred income
- Oversee intercompany reconciliations and eliminations
- Manage UK VAT returns and US sales tax filings via third-party software
- Prepare audit files and lead the delivery of year-end schedules
- Act as the first point of contact for audit queries and external advisors
- Oversee stock and supplier reconciliations, maintaining strong controls around stock and cost of sales
- Review and approve the monthly payroll prepared by HR, ensuring accuracy and correct posting
- Manage bank reconciliations, payments and cash flow forecasting
- Support budgeting, forecasting and ad hoc commercial analysis
- Work closely with operations, retail and e-commerce teams to improve financial reporting and processes
- Support and guide junior finance team members as the function continues to scale
About You
- Part-qualified or Finalist (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- Strong experience with month-end processes end-to-end
- Strong Excel skills with excellent attention to detail
- Experience working across multiple entities or business lines
- Background in e-commerce, retail, FMCG, practice or a smaller business environment
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on role with real responsibility
- Commercially aware, with the confidence to question and challenge information
What's on Offer:
- £40,000 - £45,000 Salary
- Excellent benefits, including staff discounts, gym memberships, and other additional perks.
- Broad, hands-on Management Accountant role with real ownership
- Close working relationship with the Head of Finance and senior leadership
- Exposure across e-commerce, retail and international operations,
- Supportive, collaborative and fast-paced working environment
- Being part of such an exciting brand, with endless possibilities!
Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics
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