Your new company
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business based in Bridgend, operating as part of a wider international group. The business offers a collaborative and supportive working environment where finance plays a key role in supporting operational and commercial decision-making.Due to an upcoming handover period, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager/Management Accountant to take ownership of the finance function. Working closely with the UK Director and supported by an Accounts Assistant, this is a highly autonomous role suited to someone who enjoys taking responsibility and working independently.Your new role
This is a stand-alone Management Accountant position where you will take full ownership of the month-end process and financial reporting function.Working within Sage 200 and Excel, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the management accounts whilst acting as the primary point of contact for auditors, HMRC and other external stakeholders.Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing monthly management accounts and reporting packs
• Producing and analysing profit and loss statements and balance sheets
• Completing balance sheet and control account reconciliations
• Posting journals, including accruals, prepayments and payroll journals
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Maintaining the fixed asset register
• Managing stock accounting, inventory reconciliations and stock valuations
• Completing sales and stock reconciliations
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities
• Producing financial reports and analysis for senior management
• Liaising with external auditors and supporting annual audit processes
• Managing customs, duty and HMRC-related finance requirements
• Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance with company policies
• Supervising and supporting an Accounts Assistant
• Identifying opportunities to improve existing financial processes and reporting

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Company Accountant or similar role
• Proven ability to produce accurate monthly management accounts independently
• Strong balance sheet reconciliation experience
• Experience posting journals, accruals and prepayments
• Good understanding of VAT and statutory reporting requirements
• Experience managing stock and inventory accounting
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and provide meaningful insight
• Ability to operate confidently within a stand-alone finance role
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders

Desirable

• Sage 200 experience
• Advanced Excel skills including reporting and analysis
• Experience working within a sales, distribution or stock-based environment
• Previous responsibility for audit preparation and auditor liaison
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff
• Exposure to customs, duty or foreign currency accounting

What you'll get in return

• Salary of £35,000 to £38,000 pro rata
• Part-time hours of 20 - 30 hours per week
• Flexible working pattern across Tuesday to Friday
• Opportunity to increase hours for the right candidate
• Supportive and approachable leadership team
• Autonomous position with genuine ownership of the finance function
• Stable and well-established business environment
• Immediate opportunity to influence reporting processes and financial controls
• Single-stage interview process with a business looking to move quickly

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click "Apply Now" to submit your CV, or contact William Loring at Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion.If this role isn't quite right for you but you're considering a move, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities across South Wales.

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