Management Accountant

Company

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, experienced Management Accountant to take ownership of the finance function and join our professional and friendly team here in Tonbridge, Kent.

For over 100 years Christie & Grey have taken pride in designing and manufacturing innovative vibration and noise control solutions for customers around the globe. We continue to grow by providing class leading customer service across multiple sectors such as Construction, Marine, Defence, Power Generation and Rail.

Position

The role would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys working across the full finance spectrum, from transactional activities through to management reporting and business partnering. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of finance operations while providing accurate financial reporting, analysis and commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and KPI analysis.
• Manage the purchase ledger, sales ledger, bookkeeping activities and bank reconciliations.
• Oversee credit control, supplier payments and employee expenses.
• Manage VAT returns, payroll processes and other statutory compliance requirements.
• Prepare year-end accounts and liaise with external accountants and auditors.
• Maintain and enhance financial controls, systems and accounting procedures.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business growth and operational decision-making.
• Collaborate with the company's US operation on financial reporting and group information requirements.
• Identify and implement improvements to finance processes, systems and reporting capabilities.
• Support the business through ongoing system and process developments, including ERP enhancements and upgrades.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Fully qualified accountant
• Previous experience in a similar Management Accountant position
• Strong technical knowledge of both financial and management accounting.
• Experience managing a broad range of finance responsibilities independently.
• Proven experience with VAT, payroll and year-end reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability.
• Experience using ERP and financial management systems.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to provide meaningful financial insight to senior stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central desirable.
• Previous involvement in an ERP implementation, migration or system upgrade project desirable.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.

Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person