Job Introduction
Management Accountant
Location: Haydock (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)
Contract: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday)
Working Pattern: Flexible and hybrid working, including the option of a 9-day fortnight to support work/life balance
Contact: Rabab.Rizvi@speedyhire.com
About the Role
Speedy Hire Plc, the UK’s leading provider of tools, equipment, and plant hire services, is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team based in Haydock. This role is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality financial insight and business support across the UK and Ireland.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and work closely with our wider finance team and operational management to provide commercial and financial support. This is a varied position offering great exposure across the business, and is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts for UK&I in line with reporting timetables
- Produce, analyse, and interpret standard financial reports to reflect a true and fair view of business performance
- Undertake month-end P&L preparation for review by Finance Business Partners
- Conduct margin analysis and month-end reconciliations of balance sheet accounts
- Provide commercial analysis for the division and support cost centre management
- Assist with budget and reforecast processes in collaboration with Finance Business Partners
- Support in the preparation of year-end and half-year audit processes
- Review transactions pre- and post-month end
- Continuously assess and enhance financial controls and reporting processes
- Respond to ad-hoc requests from the Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager
- Identify and monitor trends within specific areas and implement actions where necessary
- Collaborate effectively with team members and provide peer support
- Maintain ongoing professional development and training in line with the role
Skills & Competencies
- Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team
- Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Confident and assertive communicator
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism
- Good negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Qualifications & Experience
- Actively studying towards a relevant accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
- Experience working within a commercial finance function
- Familiarity with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft D365, BPC)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Previous knowledge of Speedy operational businesses is desirable
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to varied audiences
What we offer
- 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Life assurance
- Pension Scheme
- Canteen facilities
- 95% discount across the Speedy brand
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- Voluntary Health Cash Plan
- My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers
- Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling
- PAM – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management
Join Speedy – Where People Come First
We’re leading the way in work-life balance with reduced core hours, hybrid and flexible options including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term-time hours, and job shares.
With our Career Line of Sight, you’ll see exactly how to grow and progress within the Speedy Group.
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