Management Accountant

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We wish to recruit a Management Accountant to join our growing finance team, based in Ayr.

Key duties include:

• Assume responsibility for all aspects of the financial management and administration of Neogen Europe Ltd.
• Prepare monthly management accounts for the business ensuring they are compiled using acceptable accounting practices & SOX compliance requirements, with appropriate commentary, accurately and within Group reporting deadlines
• Ensure that the accounting systems are accurate and provide a high standard of internal control. This should include; sales ledger, purchase ledger, cash-flow management and maintenance of all financial ledgers, including postings, control account checks and reconciliations.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations as part of the management accounts review pack.
• Review and update the existing financial management system, whilst taking in to account the projected needs of a rapidly evolving business. Ensure all key processes are documented both from an efficiency point and internal control.
• This includes the implementation of SAP in the future.
• Assist with the annual audit, being the first point of contact with any audit queries for the site.
• Prepare analytical reports as required by the senior management. Implement a pro-active program of providing key reports to management.
• Prepare reports for and participate in monthly management meetings with the Neogen Corporation as required.
• Liaise as required with the Accounting Department at Neogen Corporation. This includes preparing specific reports for Neogen.
• Prepare annual budgets in collaboration with Neogen Europe directors and staff and with Neogen Corporation.
• Assist with the assessment of the commercial viability of capital expenditure projects and new business opportunities.
• Actively seek out, recommend and drive the implementation of opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Provide assistance to other members of the Finance team as required.
• Preparation, review and filing of all relevant tax returns in a timely manner.
  
  

Knowledge, skills and experience required includes:

• Qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ICAS)
• SOX experience would be advantageous
• Proficiency in using ERP/accountancy software
• Proficient in Excel.
• Proven ability to work on own initiative with a strong focus on process and system improvement.
• Manufacturing background would be advantageous
  
  

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