Management Accountant
A leading distribution firm is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Management Accountant to join its finance team. The role is based in Armagh, with office attendance and hybrid working arrangements open for discussion at interview stage.
Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will deliver financial reporting and commercial analysis within a dynamic logistics environment.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment and is eager to play a key role in strengthening financial performance, supporting operational decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across the business.
Responsibilities
- Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely production of management accounts, including P&L and Balance Sheet.
- Produce monthly performance reports with clear commentary on variances, trends, and key business drivers.
- Oversee revenue and margin analysis across multiple business streams.
- Maintain strong balance sheet control through detailed reconciliations and supporting documentation.
- Prepare and post journals, ensuring integrity of the general ledger.
- Take ownership of budgeting and forecasting cycles.
- Provide financial insight to operational and commercial teams to support decision-making and KPI delivery.
- Supervise and support junior team members within the finance function.
- Contribute to regulatory and statutory reporting requirements.
- Identify and implement process improvements, including automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.
Requirements
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent).
- Experience in a product-led, fast-moving commercial environment such as distribution, logistics, or FMCG.
- Strong background in preparing management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Solid understanding of core finance processes, including order-to-cash.
- Experience working with ERP systems and improving financial processes.
- Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability.
- Commercially aware, detail-oriented, and comfortable working to tight deadlines.
- Effective communicator with the ability to partner across multiple departments.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Performance-related bonus
- Health plan
- Generous pension scheme
This position offers a genuine opportunity to add value, influence business performance, and develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
If you are an ambitious, qualified accountant, we would love to hear from you. Apply now via the link or contact David Dunlop at Excel Recruitment for more information.
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