Job Description

Management Accountant- Columbus Way

Department:

Accounts & Finance

Location:

Columbus Way, Andover Trailers Ltd

Reports to:

Financial Controller

Overview:

Founded in 1985, Andover Trailers Limited has become a leader in the field of specialist body and trailer manufacturing. We are renowned for our unrivalled engineering standards and the highest quality materials, ensuring our products offer an unmatched combination of strength, durability, and operational ease. Each trailer and body leaving our facility is a testament to our commitment to "Better by Design," tailored to meet the precise needs of our customers now and in the future.

Role Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join our expanding Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts, supporting financial reporting and assisting with forecasting, budgeting and process/system improvements.

The successful candidate will be organised, proactive and detail oriented demonstrating a high level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

Experience working in a fast paced environment will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and post monthly journals and produce a full set of management accounts

Work closely with the Financial Controller to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting

Support in measuring the Company's financial performance based on financial records and reporting

Identifying problem areas and presenting recommendations to the Financial Controller

Collaborate with the Accounts Assistant to ensure smooth day-to-day finance operations

Prepare cashflow statements, forecasts, and assist with annual budget preparation

Support external auditors by providing required documentation and explanations

Assist with accounting system migration and process improvements

Evaluating and monitoring financial information systems and recommending improvements where needed

Communication:

Develop positive working relationships through effective communication across the company and each of the three sites

Work within a team environment as well as taking ownership for specific projects and tasks

Communicate and interpret financial data to non financial managers

Other Duties:

Support cross-functional teams as and when required

Contribute to audits, compliance checks and improvement projects

Perform any other reasonable duties in line with business needs

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar management accounting role

ACCA, CIMA or part-qualified accountant (AAT qualified considered)

Strong understanding of journal posting, reconciliations, and month-end processes

Excellent analytical and communication skills

Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems

Attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines

Desirable Experience & Qualifications:

Experience supporting payroll processing

Experience with Sage accounting system

Experience in Factory/Production or FMCG environment an advantage

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary:

35, 000- 40, 000 per annum

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience)

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

2/3 days gifted by the Company for Christmas/New Year

Early Friday finish time of 3.00pm, for all employees

No company sick pay (Statutory Sick Pay, SSP only)

Quarterly Bonus Scheme- In Place for hourly paid Production/Workshop employees

Overtime available

Free on-site Parking

Convenient location, close to food outlets, green space & parks

Company team events

Life Assurance Scheme

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Penton Mewsey SP10 5NP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Experience in Factory/Production or FMCG environment an advantage
Experience:

management accounting : 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person