Management Accountant Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join our client's team and play a pivotal role in managing the financial performance of their thriving network of artisan bakeries and coffee shop.
About the Role
As a Management Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, preparing management reports, and providing strategic insights to support key decision-making. You will work closely with senior management to ensure the bakery's financial health and long-term sustainability, driving growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Leadership: Act as the Key Finance Contact for the group, preparing monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and forecasts.
* Cost Control & Margins: Monitor cost control, margins, and inventory valuation.
* Collaborate with chefs and bakers to identify cost savings while maintaining the highest quality local produce.
* Implement supplier appraisals and tender processes.
* Financial Analysis: Analyse financial performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
* Pricing Strategy: Assist in developing pricing strategies to maintain profitability.
* Payroll & Efficiency: Oversee payroll costs and ensure operational efficiency.
* Strategic Growth Support: Support financial planning and strategic growth initiatives.
* Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and best practices.
* Cross-functional Support: Occasionally provide financial support to other associated businesses.
About You
We are looking for a Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or the food industry. You should have strong analytical skills and attention to detail, proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and influence decision-making.
Why Join the Knotts Bakery Group?
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunity to work in a growing and dynamic industry, using your expertise to develop and enhance existing financial systems and costing models, elevating the finance function to the next level. You will also enjoy a friendly and supportive work environment, career development opportunities within a rapidly expanding company, and a passion for the food industry with a proactive and strategic mindset.