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Your new company Your new company are a leader in their field based in Stoke on Trent and are looking for a qualified or part-qualified Management Accountant and Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis. Your new role Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary for senior leadership. Assist with the production and review of financial results across multiple business units. Deliver regular profitability, revenue and cost analysis to support decision-making. Produce monthly reporting packs, dashboards and key performance indicators. Support the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasts. Lead the year-end audit process and act as the primary contact for external auditors. Coordinate information required for corporate tax compliance and liaise with external advisors where required. Prepare regular cash flow forecasts and working capital reports. Monitor debtor performance and provide analysis on outstanding balances. Produce accurate and timely financial reports for senior stakeholders. Manage month-end journals, including accruals and prepayments. Complete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy. Oversee banking activities, cash management and treasury processes. Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations and recharges. Support international transactions and foreign currency activities where required. Complete bank reconciliations and maintain financial records. Prepare indirect tax returns and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Maintain fixed asset registers and related reporting. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support for business projects. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified ACCA/ CIMA or part-qualified and working towards Previous experience in a management accounting / financial analysis role Experience of Sage 200 would be advantageous. Experience of managing or mentoring staff would be advantageous Advanced Excel skills SQL experience advantageous Self motivation and a positive outlook Ability to work effectively to deadlines What you'll get in return £45-50,000 DOE On-site working 8-4 or 9-5 Monday to Friday 26 days annual leave + BH Christmas shutdown Bonus scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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