Management Accountant

Management Accountant Location: Lower Dicker, Hailsham, BN27 4EL Salary: Competitive, DOE Contract: Full time, Permanent Since 1964, VG (VACGEN) has been the name synonymous with high quality ultra-high vacuum products and services. From the manufacture of the first UHV valve to some of the most advanced vacuum research systems built, over 50 years in the research and scientific industry has given us an incredible grounding in the needs of our customers, how we can support new projects through the design phase, delivered product and ongoing support. VACGEN remains the partner of choice for the next generation of researchers, innovators and builders. From our UK high tech manufacturing base, our focus is on delivering enabling technologies and supporting our customers across industry and academia. We are now recruiting for a Management Accountant to provide guidance to all areas of the business and to assume responsibility for the accurate and timely reflection of the business activities according to relevant accountancy standards. As our Management Accountant you will: Prepare the monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and detailed commentary. Prepare and submit the statutory returns (VAT / EC Sales / Intrastat / NSO). Analyse financial performance and contribute to business planning and forecasts. Assume responsibility for monthly reconciliation and closing of COS related entries. Investigate / interpret production variances. Skills and Experience required: Part qualified accountant. Minimum of 4 years of experience in creation and analysis of monthly management accounts. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing industry with standard costing. Experience of Microsoft Dynamics AX. Desirable Skills and Experience: Fully qualified accountant. IT skills, advanced excel skills. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. No agencies please.