Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
This fast-growing renewable-energy distributor has quickly established itself as a major player in the solar and clean-tech market, supplying panels, inverters, battery storage and related technologies to installers and commercial partners across the UK, Ireland and Europe. With a strong focus on innovation, technical expertise and customer support, the business operates multiple warehouses and sales hubs internationally, enabling rapid delivery and large-scale project capability. Their team works closely with clients to provide high-quality products, reliable service and forward-thinking energy solutions that support the transition to a more sustainable future.
Your new role
The Management Accountant will support financial planning, reporting, and performance analysis across the organisation's operations. The role will focus on budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and providing commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.
You will:
- Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis.
- Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, working with operational teams.
- Analyse costs, margins, and operational KPIs, especially energy-related cost drivers.
- Support cash-flow forecasting and working-capital management.
- Provide financial insight to senior leadership to support investment and pricing decisions.
- Assist with year-end processes and external audits.
- Improve financial processes and reporting systems, recommending automation where possible
What you'll need to succeed
- Part-qualified or fully qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA.
- 3+ years' experience in management accounting or commercial finance.
- Strong Excel and data-analysis skills.
- Experience in energy, renewables, utilities, or manufacturing (desirable).
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Xero.
What you'll get in return
- Pension
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- plus more
What you need to do now
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