Commercial Management Accountant

About the Business

An opportunity to be a CommercialManagement Accountant for an international company based in Birmingham, who offer hybrid working. This role provides the opportunity to develop your skills and is perfect for a qualified accountant in a recognised accountancy qualification, while paying £50,000 -£55,000. You’ll work within a supportive team with low staff turnover – a great environment to settle into a group with brilliant culture. You’ll work closely with the Finance Business Partner, providing an opportunity to gain valuable experience – ideal if you have the desire to progress onto a similar position.

Main Duties

As a Commercial Management Accountant, your main duties include

Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.

Take ownership of producing the monthly Management Information Pack for Board review and distribution.

Support the preparation of rolling monthly forecasts and the annual budgeting process, including providing detailed analysis where required.

Communicate effectively with the line manager, highlighting any risks and opportunities identified.

Drive profitability and continuous improvement by reviewing, analysing, and challenging existing processes and practices.

Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts, ensuring audit sign-off is achieved in line with Birmingham Airport deadlines.

Liaise with external stakeholders to resolve any financial queries.

Maintain and update financial models as required.

Provide support and relevant information for the annual audit process.

Partner with non-financial managers to support wider business financial understanding and decision-making.

Support Finance Business Partners with investment appraisals and business case analysis.

Complete balance sheet reconciliations accurately and in a timely manner.

Raise commercial and ad-hoc invoices as requested by Finance Business Partners.

Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the role as required.

Location / Office / Culture

The role is hybrid with 3 days in the Birmingham based office. The business is proud of its supportive culture and there is a low staff turnover – the company really looks after its employees. You’ll report into the Lead Finance Business Partner – a good chance to gain valuable experience.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have

Qualified in ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Experience in a management accounting role, including month-end close and reporting.

Strong Excel skills, with experience or interest in Power Apps and data visualisation tools to support automation and insight.

Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Proactive in driving process improvements and using technology to enhance efficiency.

Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Degree educated (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related analytical discipline is a bonus but not essential.

Why Join the business

Hybrid working arrangement

A chance to gain valuable experience working directly with the Lead Finance Business Partner

Supportive team

The business has low staff turnover – they really look after their employees

A chance to join an internationally recognised logistics company