Management Accountant

Red Rock Partnership; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Barnsley is looking for a management accountant to prepare management accounts, monitor budgets, and support financial planning. The ideal candidate will be a qualified or part-qualified accountant with relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary of £25,000 per year and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £25,000 per year

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Exposure to a variety of financial processes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a management accounting role, ideally within manufacturing or engineering.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain management accounts, including monthly reporting and variance analysis.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow, providing insight to senior management.
• Support cost control initiatives and efficiency improvements across the business.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent Excel and financial systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Proactive approach to problem-solving

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain management accounts, including monthly reporting and variance analysis
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow, providing insight to senior management
• Support cost control initiatives and efficiency improvements across the business
• Assist with financial planning and strategy, including reporting to support business decisions
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures
• Liaise with external accountants and auditors as required

Requirements

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a management accounting role, ideally within manufacturing or engineering
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent Excel and financial systems knowledge
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize tasks
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £25,000 per year
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration
• Exposure to a variety of financial processes across a manufacturing business

How to Apply

If you have the experience and ambition to thrive in a management accounting role within a growing manufacturing environment, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience