Hays Senior Finance are working with a rapidly growing company near Chester who are looking to expand their finance team with the appointment of a Management Accountant. The company is well financed as part of a larger group, and they are future proofing the department ahead of this growth. We are keen to speak to experienced Management Accountants who can play a pivotal role in managing financial operations, supporting the accounts assistants, overseeing transactional data, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities: - Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements- Oversee all transactional data within the accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness - Manage bank reconciliations and ensure timely recording of all financial transactions- Analyse financial data to provide insights and recommendations for improving financial performance- Responsible for the accurate measurement and reporting of the stock balance on the balance sheet - Oversee month-end stock valuation- Prepare audit schedules and provide necessary documentation and information to auditors- Review existing controls and processes to ensure they are adequate and meet Group requirements - Prepare quarterly VAT returns- Reconcile VAT monthlyThis is a fantastic opportunity for both career driven, progressive accountants and experienced accountants who are happy to stay at this level. To be considered for this role you m