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Management Accountant - German GAAP (HGB)

Hays
Department:Manufacturing
Type:ON-SITE
Region:West Midlands, England
Location:Walsall, England, United Kingdom
Experience:Not specified
Skills:
GERMAN GAAP (HGB)ACCAACACIMAMANAGEMENT ACCOUNTINGFINANCIAL REPORTINGBUDGETINGFORECASTINGCASH FLOW MANAGEMENTAUDIT SUPPORTBUSINESS PARTNERINGANALYTICAL SKILLS
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Job Description

Posted on: August 24, 2026

Your new company
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a growing international organisation operating within the environmental services, recycling and resource recovery sector.Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the financial reporting and performance of a European manufacturing operation. This role offers a broad remit spanning month-end reporting, statutory accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, audit support and business partnering with operational stakeholders.

Your new role

  • Preparation and ownership of monthly management accounts and statutory reporting.
  • Balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and month-end journals.
  • Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
  • Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with local accounting and tax requirements.
  • Inventory, stock and fixed asset accounting.
  • Financial analysis and performance reporting to support business decision-making.
  • Business partnering with operational and senior management teams.
  • Driving continuous improvement across finance processes and controls

What you'll need to succeed

  • ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified, or nearing completion.
  • Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience.
  • Background within manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, automotive or similar operational environments.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn financial data into commercial insight.
  • Experience working with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced business.
  • German GAAP (HGB)
  • Knowledge of international accounting environments would be advantageous

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Long-term career development opportunities
  • Exposure to an international finance environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to a business supporting sustainability and the circular economy

What you need to do now


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