Senior Management Accountant

Your new companyA well-established and growing manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to support the finance function during a key period of growth and change. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a crucial role in delivering accurate financial information, supporting operational decision-making, and ensuring robust financial controls across the manufacturing operation.This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, production teams, and commercial stakeholders in a fast-paced industrial environment.Your new roleAs Management Accountant, you will take ownership of the monthly reporting cycle and provide meaningful financial insight to support business performance. Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Monitoring and analysis of manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labour, overheads, and inventory movements
• Oversight of cost of goods sold (COGS), stock accounting, accruals, and prepayments
• Process mapping during a period of growth and change
• Partnering with production, operations, and supply chain teams to improve financial visibility and cost control
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes
• Producing operational and financial KPI reporting to support performance improvement initiatives
• Assisting with month and year-end audit requirements and statutory reporting
• Reviewing and strengthening financial controls, processes, and reporting accuracy
• Providing commercial and operational analysis to support business decision-making and profitability improvement

What you'll need to succeed

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or process-led environments
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, including inventory, standard costing, and cost analysis
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to non-finance stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities
• Experience supporting operational teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll get in return

• Competitive day rate
• Opportunity to work for an established and growing manufacturing business
• Exposure to senior stakeholders across finance and operations
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Immediate start available with potential for contract extension

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