Management Accountant

As a Management Accountant in a manufacturing environment, you will lead month-end reporting and financial analysis to support business performance. This permanent role offers strong progression within a growing finance team.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business with a strong global presence and a track record of continued investment and growth. They offer a collaborative, supportive environment and long-term career opportunities.

Description

• Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts within a structured and time-sensitive reporting cycle
• Manage accruals, prepayments, FX adjustments and maintain strong balance sheet integrity
• Produce variance analysis with clear commentary to support operational and strategic decisions
• Support budgeting, forecasting and ongoing financial planning activities
• Take ownership of stock accounting and cost analysis, critical within a manufacturing environment
• Work closely with internal teams to provide insight and support business performance
• Assist with audits, tax compliance and liaise with external stakeholders including HMRC
• Identify and drive improvements across processes, controls and reporting

Profile

• Proven manufacturing background (automotive, aerospace, engineering or similar), with a strong understanding of stock, product costing and operational finance
• Minimum 4-5 years' experience
• Driven, proactive and ambitious, with the confidence to challenge and improve processes rather than just maintain them
• Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or strong finalist/part-qualified in exceptional cases)
• Strong technical accounting skills, including balance sheet management, accruals, prepayments and FX
• Experience of delivering accurate month-end reporting within tight deadlines
• Confident working with audits, compliance and external stakeholders (e.g. HMRC)
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to build relationships across finance and operations
• Comfortable working independently within an on-site, hands-on environment

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of 40,000 - 50,000, depending on experience and background
• Clear progression opportunities, with potential to develop towards a Finance Manager role
• Join a well-established, growing manufacturing business with continued investment and long-term stability
• Supportive team culture with low staff turnover and strong leadership
• On-site parking and EV charging available