Recycling Management Accountant

Mick George

Huntingdon, England, United KingdomJob£30–50K/yrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
£30–50K/yr
Location
Huntingdon, England, United Kingdom
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ACA ACCA CIMA Or Equivalent

Job overview

Mick George is hiring a Recycling Management Accountant. The Recycling Management Accountant will deliver accurate and timely financial and management reporting, supporting strategic and operational decision‑making for the Recycling Division through budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis and performance reporting.

Key focus areas include Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis and commentary, Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the business unit, and Conduct cost analysis and margin reviews to support decisions.

Important skills include Strong Analytical Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Attention To Detail, Clear Financial Communication, Proactive Mindset, and Self Motivated. Preferred (not required): Process Improvement, Business Transformation Initiatives, IFRS UK GAAP, and Operational Finance Exposure.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsProblem Solving SkillsAttention to DetailClear Financial CommunicationProactive MindsetSelf MotivatedContinuous Improvement MindsetMulti‑Tasking PrioritisationDeadline ManagementCost AccountingFinancial ReportingBudgetingForecastingVariance AnalysisKPI MonitoringBalance Sheet ReconciliationsInventory ValuationWorking Capital ManagementAudit SupportStatutory ReportingERP SystemsExcelData Analysis ToolsProcess ImprovementBusiness Transformation InitiativesIFRS UK GAAPOperational Finance Exposure

Qualifications

ACA ACCA CIMA or EquivalentCommercial or Operational Finance ExperienceOperational Finance ExposureProcess Improvement ExperienceIFRS UK GAAP Familiarity

Full job description

Here at the Mick George Group we are currently recruiting a Recycling Management Accountant to join the Finance department.

Location: Mick George Head Office - Huntingdon

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

Pay: £30,000 - £50,000. Dependent on experience.

Benefits:

  • NEST Pension operated via salary sacrifice

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Multi-Discount platform

  • Full internal training provided.

  • Excellent opportunities to progress your career across different areas of the Company.

  • Company issued PPE

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Gym discount

  • Recognition scheme

  • Long-service rewards

  • Partnership with Inform Mortgages (Including complimentary will-writing support, free mortgage advice & other financial services)

Who is Mick George?

One Man, One Tipper, One dream, may seem a distant memory, but the dream is very much a reality, as we find ourselves approaching 40 years since the business started trading.

Now operating over 600 HGV vehicles from over 40 separate sites, employing more than 1,000 local people, gives an indication of the scale to which the business has evolved over the years and explains why the Mick George Group has grown to become one of the leading suppliers to the Construction Industry in the heart of East Anglia and East Midlands.

Our aim is to ensure that we provide the highest possible standards to each and every stakeholder that comes in to contact with any aspect of our business, whether that be as an employee, supplier, customer or other.

Role Purpose

To deliver accurate and timely financial and management reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making. The Management Accountant will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and performance reporting, contributing to financial control and business efficiency for the Recycling Division.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis and insightful commentary.

  • Lead and support budgeting and forecasting processes across the business unit.

  • Conduct cost analysis and margin reviews to support commercial and operational decisions.

  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to business performance.

  • Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and drive improvements.

  • Maintain and enhance financial controls and procedures including Balance Sheet reconciliations.

  • Support inventory valuation, reconciliations, and working capital management.

  • Assist with year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements.

  • Contribute to system and process improvements, including ERP and reporting tools.

  • Participate in weekly meetings with Recycling department director.

  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support as required.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • High attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

  • Proactive and self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.

  • Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

  • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

  • Experience in a commercial or operational finance role within an industry setting.

  • Strong understanding of cost accounting and financial reporting.

  • Proficient in Excel and financial systems.

  • Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools is advantageous.

Desirable

  • Exposure to operational finance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

  • Experience with process improvement or business transformation initiatives.

  • Familiarity with international accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP).

The Mick George Group is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. The company seeks to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community at large and values the individual’s contribution irrespective of sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin.

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