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Management Accountant - German GAAP (HGB)

Walsall
£45k – £55k/yr
Posted about 21 hours ago
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a growing international organisation operating within the environmental services, recycling and resource recovery sector.

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the financial reporting and performance of a European manufacturing operation. This role offers a broad remit spanning month-end reporting, statutory accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, audit support and business partnering with operational stakeholders.

Your new role

  • Preparation and ownership of monthly management accounts and statutory reporting.
  • Balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and month-end journals.
  • Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
  • Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with local accounting and tax requirements.
  • Inventory, stock and fixed asset accounting.
  • Financial analysis and performance reporting to support business decision-making.
  • Business partnering with operational and senior management teams.
  • Driving continuous improvement across finance processes and controls

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What you'll need to succeed

  • ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified, or nearing completion.
  • Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience.
  • Background within manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, automotive or similar operational environments.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn financial data into commercial insight.
  • Experience working with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced business.
  • German GAAP (HGB)
  • Knowledge of international accounting environments would be advantageous

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  • Competitive salary
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Long-term career development opportunities
  • Exposure to an international finance environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to a business supporting sustainability and the circular economy

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Skills

Management Accounting
Financial Reporting
German GAAP (HGB)
Budgeting
Forecasting
Cash Flow Management
Statutory Accounting
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Audit Support
Business Partnering
Inventory Accounting
Fixed Asset Accounting
Financial Analysis
Internal Controls

Location

Walsall, England, United Kingdom

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