NAF Senior Management Accountant

Based on the beautiful South Wales/English border in Monmouth, NAF is one if the most innovative equine supplement manufacturers in the world, utilising cutting edge research and the best natural ingredients sourced from across the globe to formulate highly effective nutritional products.

As an official supplier to British Equestrian Teams, Gold Medal Winning and high profile riders as well as leisure riders around the world, have seen the benefits of our supplements and care products. Indeed, we are a business that is passionate about quality, clean sport and continually developing our products and team to provide the best service to horses and riders alike.

Established 30 years ago and having enjoyed sustained growth and success we are currently looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and team focused preferably Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA Senior Management Accountant.

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller this is a high profile role leading a team to provide accurate and timely financial information and insights for NAF and the Greencoat Group. With sound commercial acumen and strong technical finance experience you will be key in developing systems and procedures enabling the business to make the best decisions for the continued success and development of our organisation.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead, motivate and develop the performance of the Finance team as a whole and as individuals to ensure robust financial management of the business
• Work closely with all areas of the business to establish strong relationships and provide accurate, well presented information that is clear and coherent addressing all relevant issues
• Compile full sales analysis identifying our markets, penetration, distribution and highlight any product anomalies and areas for growth or development
• Develop an in depth understanding of the full manufacturing process and product range ensuring sound stock management, material prices and maximum margins
• Produce detailed and timely management accounts packs to tight deadlines
• Work closely with budget holders to develop and review accurate and accountable budgets
• Ensure that all financial systems accurately reflect the actual procedures and transactions of the business.
• Actively identify any weaknesses in procedures and control and proactively provide and implement solutions
• Ensure cash is managed to ensure maximum return
• Take a lead role as directed by the Group Financial Controller within any finance projects/systems development
• To act as back-up for weekly payroll procedure and ensure all HMRC requirements are met
• To assume responsibility as Head of Department in place of Group Financial Controller during periods of absence.

The Winning Formula

Team focus, commitment to quality together with passion and enthusiasm for what we do and the success of the riders and animals we support are what drive us. These are qualities which combined with a strong track record of success in your accounting career to date are some of the attributes we are looking for. Together with this you will be:

• Ideally Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA with experience gained in the FMCG or Manufacturing sector
• Be able to demonstrate strong commercial acumen and a genuine interest in being involved in all aspects of our business
• Have effective communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships and present high quality financial information
• Be a self starter with an agile mind who enjoys a proactive approach to problem solving
• A confident and empathetic manager who takes pride in the success of their team
• An individual with strong systems and development skills with knowledge of Sage 200 and innovative Excel ability
• Experienced with development of operational controls and auditing procedures
• Accurate, ambitious and goal oriented

In Return

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including:
• 25 days holiday
• Company Pension Scheme
• Long service award scheme including increased holiday allowance
• Onsite free parking
• Being part of an established and secure family business with excellent opportunities for development
• The knowledge that your role will make a difference by being part of a team supporting horses and riders across all disciplines to be their best either competing for their country or at leisure