A permanent role for a Management Accountant for a successful business based in Preston. Client Details A leading distribution business based in Preston with a £120m turnover, and growing on an international level, this business has over 800 employees with several sites across the UK. They now have an opportunity for a Management Accountant to join on a permanent basis. Description This role will report directly into a FD but will also work closely with other site directors, and will cover the following areas: Producing monthly management packs, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow forecasting Preparing annual budgets and forecasts, including variance analysis with commentaries Stock valuation and usage calculations Weekly costing reports Daily, weekly and monthly KPI reporting Control of the nominal ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations Cost and cash control Cash flow management and reporting Maintenance of the fixed asset register VAT returns Profile This is a great opportunity for a candidate that prefers a hands on and results-focused role. We are also looking for: Strong management accounts experience Part qualified CIMA/ACCA Stock control or stock management experience, would be advantageous Excellent Excel skills IT literate with strong systems knowledge Strong communication skills Methodical and high attention to detail Job Offer We will offer the candidate for the Management Accountant role: Salary up to £45,000 Study support 25 days holiday Dental care scheme Salary sacrifice initiatives - childcare vouchers, Xmas savings, cycle to work Pension contribution Life assurance