Management Accountant

a. Produce monthly management accounts for separate entities necessary controls, esp. monthly balance sheet reconciliations e.g. proof of transfer pricing cross charges and accruals/prepayments. b. Produce monthly management accounts for the holding company including balance sheet reconciliations. c. Maintain an accurate Fixed Asset Registering d. Support the annual audit preparing information and responding to queries as required. e. Control bank accounts such that the earning of interest on balances is maximised (via use of approved bank accounts and ‘money market deposits) whilst always having sufficient in current accounts to meet payment commitments. Importantly ensure that the company adheres to its cash covenants (currently £1m minimum balance). f. Apply Co. policy re: forex hedging and dealing, working with the Financial Controller and CFO as required. g. Perform weekly checks; ensure accuracy of Sales ‘Access’ reconciliations to Sage ‘Sales Ledger’. j k. Manage and track lease register and ensure correct accounting incl vehicle leases. l. Manage the administration of company cars with car leasing agent, update accountant with changes P46. n. Responsibility for arranging the company’s key insurance policies including renewals, terms, and management of claims. o. Oversee the company credit insurance policy, including the maintenance of credit insurance limits with our credit insurer ensuring adequate level for each customer (and ensuring each customer stays within their credit limits). p. Manage mobile phone contracts to balance cost and service provision. q. Managing energy broker contracts to minimize costs. t. Build knowledge of company IT systems in order to become more effective. u. Represent the Finance dept in cross business project teams as required & in all provide /support the CFO/MD with any adhoc business reporting requirements. v. Any other duties agreed by KM as required by the role. 3. Deputise in the absence of key staff: The jobholder shall deputise for the Finance and Business Assistant and Financial Controller in their absence. In particular be able to cover: b. Preparation of accurate Short Term Cashflow Forecast on a monthly basis; reviewed with CFO and liaise with FC over currency requirements (as per policy). c. Provide cover to ensure that Corp tax payments (agreed with CFO) are ensure paid on time. 4. Qualifications & experience: • Part Qualified CIMA / ACCA / ICAEW. • Min 2 years relevant accounting experience. • Experience of small / medium sized co. culture would be of benefit. 5. Characteristics: • IT literate – and an interest in developing work efficiencies through IT solutions. • Demonstrable proactive attitude. • Attention to detail. • Able to communicate effectively and develop working relations across departments. • Fast learner. • Flexibility – an understanding of small co. culture. • Honesty and integrity. • Able to work ‘in the office