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Job Title: Senior Management Accountant – Retail & Channels
Location: Runcorn
Salary: Competitive
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5:15pm. 37.5 hours per week.
About Us:
At Phoenix Medical Supplies, we pride ourselves on delivering top class, business relevant solutions to the UK healthcare industry. Join us and be a part of a team that really makes a difference. We are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to lead the successful and accurate completion of the monthly management accounts and financial reporting, forecasting & budgeting processes for all Retail and customer channel business areas sitting under the responsibility of the Retail MD, and provide timely insight to the business on the financial performance in these areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all financial reporting, period-end processes, and variance analysis for Retail and customer channel business areas (e.g., PSUK, Numark, OTC, Sales & Marketing, Digital).
Own KPI, financial, and non-financial reporting across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles with insightful commentary.
Drive forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning in collaboration with Finance leadership and business stakeholders.
Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and challenge sales, margin, and cost performance across Retail and customer channels.
Ensure robust financial controls, income recognition, invoicing, and revenue accuracy, including third-party billing (e.g., OPDs).
Manage balance sheet items including debtors, stock, rebates, accruals, and intercompany accounts, ensuring financial control.
Lead audit preparation and communication for Retail & channel areas, ensuring compliance and timely completion.
Manage and develop a team of three (1 Management Accountant, 2 Assistant Management Accountants), supporting training and alignment with business goals.
What We’re Looking For:
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant with 3+ years post-qualified experience and strong financial control background, including ledger accounting, accruals, and intercompany reporting.
Proven experience in financial planning, forecasting, and modelling across P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow.
Skilled at producing insightful reporting and translating complex financial data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
Track record of enhancing financial controls, delivering process improvements, and mitigating financial risk.
Experienced in managing, coaching, and developing finance staff and building high-performing teams.
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and challenge at all levels of the business.
Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure in deadline-driven environments.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency; SAP or equivalent financial systems experience preferred.
What We Offer
25 days (pro rata) annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Medicash – a health cash plan to support everyday healthcare costs (e.g. eyecare, prescriptions)
iTrent Financial Wellbeing – an app to help manage and access your pay flexibly
High street discounts and offers
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Contributory Pension Scheme
Fully funded accredited training programmes through the Apprenticeship Scheme
INDPMS
Job Title: Senior Management Accountant – Retail & Channels
Location: Runcorn
Salary: Competitive
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5:15pm. 37.5 hours per week.
About Us:
At Phoenix Medical Supplies, we pride ourselves on delivering top class, business relevant solutions to the UK healthcare industry. Join us and be a part of a team that really makes a difference. We are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to lead the successful and accurate completion of the monthly management accounts and financial reporting, forecasting & budgeting processes for all Retail and customer channel business areas sitting under the responsibility of the Retail MD, and provide timely insight to the business on the financial performance in these areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all financial reporting, period-end processes, and variance analysis for Retail and customer channel business areas (e.g., PSUK, Numark, OTC, Sales & Marketing, Digital).
Own KPI, financial, and non-financial reporting across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles with insightful commentary.
Drive forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning in collaboration with Finance leadership and business stakeholders.
Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and challenge sales, margin, and cost performance across Retail and customer channels.
Ensure robust financial controls, income recognition, invoicing, and revenue accuracy, including third-party billing (e.g., OPDs).
Manage balance sheet items including debtors, stock, rebates, accruals, and intercompany accounts, ensuring financial control.
Lead audit preparation and communication for Retail & channel areas, ensuring compliance and timely completion.
Manage and develop a team of three (1 Management Accountant, 2 Assistant Management Accountants), supporting training and alignment with business goals.
What We’re Looking For:
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant with 3+ years post-qualified experience and strong financial control background, including ledger accounting, accruals, and intercompany reporting.
Proven experience in financial planning, forecasting, and modelling across P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow.
Skilled at producing insightful reporting and translating complex financial data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
Track record of enhancing financial controls, delivering process improvements, and mitigating financial risk.
Experienced in managing, coaching, and developing finance staff and building high-performing teams.
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and challenge at all levels of the business.
Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure in deadline-driven environments.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency; SAP or equivalent financial systems experience preferred.
What We Offer
25 days (pro rata) annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Medicash – a health cash plan to support everyday healthcare costs (e.g. eyecare, prescriptions)
iTrent Financial Wellbeing – an app to help manage and access your pay flexibly
High street discounts and offers
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Contributory Pension Scheme
Fully funded accredited training programmes through the Apprenticeship Scheme
INDPMS
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Management Accountant - Retail & Channels position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Manchester offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
