Join HOYA Lens UK At HOYA, we are passionate about creating innovative optical solutions that improve lives. As one of the world's leading lens manufacturers, we combine cutting-edge technology with a people-focused culture to deliver exceptional products and service to our customers. We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Management Accountant to join our Finance team in Wrexham. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with commercial insight to influence business performance and support strategic decision-making. The role includes responsibility for monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, business partnering and driving continuous improvement across the business. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Role Key responsibilities will include: • Preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting reports. • Providing detailed financial analysis and commentary on business performance. • Producing variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year. • Supporting annual budget and rolling forecast processes. • Managing balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and journals. • Assisting with statutory reporting and audit requirements. • Partnering with operational and commercial teams to improve financial performance. • Supporting cost control, inventory analysis and working capital management. • Identifying opportunities to improve financial reporting, controls and processes. • Supporting finance transformation and system improvement projects. • Coaching and supporting junior members of the Finance team where required. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About You We are looking for someone who can bring both technical expertise and strong business partnering skills. Essential • Part-qualified or fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent. • Previous experience within a Management Accountant role. • Strong management accounting and financial reporting knowledge. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable • Manufacturing industry experience. • SAP or ERP system experience. • Experience of budgeting, forecasting and business planning. • Knowledge of stock accounting and cost analysis. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What We Offer At HOYA, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset and we are committed to supporting their wellbeing, development and success. Benefits Include: • Competitive salary • Company pension scheme • Life assurance 3x base salary • Employee Assistance Programme • Access to LinkedIn Learning • My Staff Shop employee discount platform • Enhanced family-friendly policies • Long service awards • Free onsite parking • Career development and progression opportunities • Support towards professional qualifications where applicable -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why Join HOYA? This is an exciting opportunity to join a business undergoing significant growth and transformation. You'll be part of a collaborative finance team, have exposure to senior leadership, and play a key role in supporting business decisions across the organisation. If you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while developing your career within a global organisation, we would love to hear from you. To Apply Please submit your CV together with a short covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. QUALIFICATIONS • Fully qualified accountant (AAT Level 4), working towards ACCA or CIMA is desirable. • Previous experience in management accounting role. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems (preferably SAP). • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. HOYA Group: Founded in 1941 in Tokyo, Japan, HOYA Corporation is a global technology and med-tech company and a leading supplier of innovative high-tech and medical products. HOYA’s divisions and business units research and develop products utilized in the healthcare and information technology fields. In the healthcare field, we provide medical device products such as eyeglasses, medical endoscopes, contact and intraocular lenses, orthopedic implants, surgical/therapeutic devices and medical device reprocessing and disinfection solutions. In the information technology field, we provide products such as optical lenses, photomasks and blanks used in the manufacturing process for semiconductor and LCD/OLED devices, text-to-speech, human resources and other software solutions and critical components for the mass memory and cloud storage industries. With over 150 offices and subsidiaries worldwide, HOYA currently employs a multinational workforce of 37,000 people. HOYA Vision Care: As a global leader in optical technology, HOYA Vision Care is dedicated to providing innovative vision care solutions for every stage of a patient’s life. A steadfast partner to Eye Care Professionals around the world, it stands at the forefront of optical excellence. With a global presence, consisting of 43 laboratories and a growing team of 20,000 employees, HOYA Vision Care delivers innovative lenses and other vision care solutions to millions of people in 110 countries. We focus on a better tomorrow, today. You can become part of our story. HOYA Vision Care is the place where you can act according to your strengths and evolve according to your aspirations. It’s a place where you can shape the way you work, guided by our CLEAR Values, and empowered by generations of expertise. You can get involved in our sustainability initiatives and choose to become a One Vision ambassador. You can give back the gift of sight to people all over the world by deciding to work with us. We welcome people who challenge us to become better, who share our sense of purpose and who embrace growth so that our vision and mission align. We invite you to find out more, and together we can continue to provide vision for a lifetime. Driven by a passion for partnership as well as innovation, HOYA has been a partner to Eye Care Professionals for over 75 years, enabling them to give people the greatest gift, the gift of vision. We provide Eye Care Professionals with the lenses, consultation solutions and other services that help them to develop their practice while changing the way people see the world. We see them as visionaries, and everything we do is for them. Founded in Japan in 1941, today, HOYA has a presence in over 80 countries across the globe.