Management Accountant - 12 Month Contract
Posted 1 week ago by myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a part-qualified Management Accountant at Mars, focusing on supporting the Horsecare business. The position requires attention to detail and experience in a similar role, with an emphasis on teamwork and effective communication. The candidate will assist in financial reporting and analysis while developing a strong understanding of the business operations. Proactive individuals ready to embrace challenges are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of period-end management accounts, providing insights on budget variances.
- Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare weekly cashflow forecasts.
- Partner with department heads on decision-making, cost control, and support in YEE meetings and board pack commentary.
- Support internal/external audits, Mars G&C processes, and Mars financial submissions (OneStream, HFM).
- Pull together P&L and also support with monthly payroll.
- In the first 3 months, gain a good understanding of how the business operates, work independently, and build networks with stakeholders.
Key Skills:
- Working towards an Accountant qualification.
- Experience of working in a business.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Proactive and ready to take on new challenges.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Milton Keynes
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
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Job Description
We're looking for a part-qualified Management Accountant who's keen to grow and develop supporting the Horsecare business. You'll need a strong eye for detail and experience in a similar role. We value someone who works well within a team, communicates effectively, and isn't afraid to redefining standards. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to take on new challenges, we'd love to hear from you.
What are we looking for?
Working towards an Accountant qualification. Experience of working in a business.
What will be your key responsibilities?
- Assist in the preparation of period-end management accounts, providing insights on budget variances.
- Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare weekly cashflow forecasts.
- Partner with department heads on decision-making, cost control, and support in YEE meetings and board pack commentary.
- Support internal/external audits, Mars G&C processes, and Mars financial submissions ( OneStream , HFM).
- Pull together P&L and also support with monthly payroll
- In the first 3 months you will have a good understanding of how the business operates, to be working independently and to have built networks with stakeholders.
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. Access Rover, Mars UK's new hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues' achievements.