Management Accountant

Broster Buchanan; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm based in Birmingham is looking for a proactive Management Accountant. The role involves producing management accounts, leading cost-accounting processes, and ensuring compliance with UK financial standards. Ideal candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in operational finance environments. The position offers a salary of up to £50,000 per annum along with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Opportunities for professional growth

Career development

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant with experience in manufacturing finance.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and management reporting.
• Experience in inventory/WIP management and fixed asset accounting.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly site-level management accounts.
• Lead cost-accounting processes for pricing and margin improvement.
• Drive process improvements for reporting accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP or IFRS.

Skills

Cost accounting

Management reporting

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite advantageous)

Job description

Role : Management Accountant

Location : Birmingham

Work Arrangement : On-site (5 days in the office)

Salary : Up to £50,000 per annum

Contract Type : Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented Management Accountant to join a client of ours based out of their Birmingham office. You’ll provide financial leadership and operational support, ensuring robust management accounting, cost control, and compliance with company policies.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll work closely with the site’s operational teams to drive performance, improve efficiency, and deliver accurate financial insight to support decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly site‑level management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow analysis.
• Analyse variances against budgets and forecasts, providing clear commentary and recommendations to management.
• Lead cost‑accounting processes — including job and product costing — to support pricing, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Support budgeting and forecasting, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and scenario modelling.
• Manage the site’s Capex process and fixed asset register, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Oversee inventory, WIP, and stock management in collaboration with operations and procurement teams.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes, including external audit preparation.
• Drive process and system improvements, enhancing reporting accuracy and control frameworks.
• Partner with non-finance teams to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP (or IFRS as applicable) and company financial policies.
• Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Credit Control activities.
• Support ongoing development of Accounting System and Power BI reporting tools.

About You

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Proven experience within a manufacturing, factory, or operational finance environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, job costing, and management reporting.
• Advanced Excel and solid ERP systems experience (NetSuite advantageous).
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive and adaptable, with strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Experience in inventory / WIP management, fixed asset accounting, and internal controls.
• Familiarity with month‑end and year‑end reporting, including audit preparation.

What They Offer

• Base salary up to £50,000 per annum
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development

How To Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a firm that values its people, clients, and community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity.