AIS are seeking an experienced Group Management Accountant to join our Finance team at our head office in Gloucester. This role is responsible for overseeing the month-end management accounts process across the entire group, working closely with the Group Financial Accountant. Main duties will include: Leading a team of six Management Accountants/ Business Partners/ Financial Controllers. Reviewing and supporting the team with month end reporting (including review and approval of journals) before ultimately presenting to the Head of Finance. Reviewing monthly balance sheet reconciliation. Support with input to the finance analyst with any changes for the quarterly reforecast and/or budget setting process. Reviewing existing processes and encouraging continuous improvement within the department. Supporting the treasury team with online approvals of bank payments. Candidate requirements: Fully ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience. Proven experience managing and developing a team. Advanced Excel skills and strong overall IT proficiency. Excellent analytical and numerical abilities. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the business. Motivated self-starter with a proactive approach and a strong sense of ownership. Experience with Pegasus Opera, Microsoft Business Central and OLAP tool is desirable. Industry experience preferred but not essential. A willingness to travel within the UK ..... full job details .....