Management Accountant

Belfast 

Full Time / Permanent 

Working as part of the Finance team, the successful applicant will assist the company in the preparation, reconciliation, and analysis of financial data for monthly reporting and forecasting. Key aspects of the role will include measuring the financial performance of the company and its impact on the wider division, as well as ensuring compliance with all corporate finance policies. 

The Accountant will require experience in monthly reporting, projections, KPIs, and will have hands-on knowledge of management accounts. The role demands a close working relationship within the Finance department to ensure alignment with overall business targets and reporting deadlines, as well as business partnering with senior management to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making. Strong analytical ability, commercial acumen and excellent communication skills are essential for translating complex financial data into clear, meaningful information for stakeholders. 

• Manage General Ledger activities to ensure accuracy and compliance  

• Preparation of monthly reporting pack for Corporate accounting including commentary 

• Business partner to the R&D, Quality and Product Management functions, working closely with divisional leadership and cost centre managers to develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, discuss variances and determine plans to achieve targets 

• Reporting of payroll by cost centre including accruals (bonus, vacation etc.) 

• Maintenance of bank accounts including posting and bank reconciliations 

• Sales reporting, including revenue recognition and intercompany adjustments 

• Warranty provision calculation and analysis of warranty returns 

• Assistance with integration of the financial reporting with the wider Stryker group policies and procedures 

• Support the annual standard cost calculations and analysis of changes  

• Assist in year-end statutory audit and corporation tax return computation, and internal audits as required 

• Reconciliation of key Balance Sheet and P&L accounts 

• Internal controls process documentation in line with Sarbanes Oxley framework and assistance with business partners across the organisation in the development and implementation of internal controls in line with Corporate Policies 

• Support shared service teams in resolving queries and ensuring accurate processing of data 

• Participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives, providing robust analysis and actionable recommendations that drive efficiency, enhance controls, and deliver measurable business benefits 

• Delivering ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management 

• Any other duties deemed necessary by the Finance Manager 

Note:  This description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job, but an outline of the duties. 

• Level 6 accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA 

• Minimum of 2 years working in an accountancy role within a manufacturing environment 

• Strong technical accounting background 

• Knowledge of internal control framework and risk mitigation  

• Understanding of manufacturing processes including inventory flows 

Desirable 

• A degree in a finance or business-related subject or an equivalent qualification

• Previous experience of working in a global company including US GAAP reporting (if applicable)

• Previous experience of using SAP Business One ERP system and Hyperion Financial Management software