Management Accountant

NAVANTIA UK; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in Bristol is seeking a Management Accountant to support financial decision-making following the acquisition of Harland & Wolff. The role involves analyzing management accounts, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance, solid management accounting experience, and advanced Excel skills. The position offers competitive pay, a company pension, and 33 days of holiday.

Benefits

Competitive base pay

Company pension

33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing or engineering industries.
• Experience in commercial accounting roles.
• Knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and analyze monthly management accounts.
• Support budgets, forecasts and long-term financial models.
• Monitor KPIs, trends, risks and opportunities.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Solid experience in management accounting

Strong commercial awareness

Problem-solving ability

Collaborative approach

Spanish language skills

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Power BI

SAP Analytics Cloud

Job description

Company Description

Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state‑owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff's proud heritage and facilities with Navantia's global expertise, Navantia UK is well‑positioned to strengthen Britain's defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the country.

Job Description

Management Accountant – Bristol

Location: Bristol (with occasional travel)

The Role

At Navantia UK, we’re growing fast. Following the acquisition of Harland & Wolff's facilities, we’re strengthening Britain's defence, maritime, and clean energy capabilities. To support this growth, we’re looking for a talented Management Accountant to play a key role in shaping how financial insights drive business decisions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare, review and analyse monthly management accounts with clear commentary.
• Support budgets, forecasts and long‑term financial models.
• Monitor KPIs, trends, risks and opportunities to guide decision‑making.
• Partner with project teams to track costs, revenues and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies and regulations.
• Drive system and reporting improvements in collaboration with IT and data teams.
• Act as a true business partner, translating numbers into actionable recommendations.

About You

• A degree in Accounting or Finance (ACA, ACCA or CIMA preferred).
• Solid experience in management or commercial accounting.
• Background in manufacturing or engineering industries.
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience (SAP preferred).
• Knowledge of analytics/visualisation tools such as Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud or similar.
• Strong commercial awareness, problem‑solving ability and attention to detail.
• A collaborative approach – able to work across teams and influence at all levels.
• Spanish language skills would be a bonus.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing global organisation with a clear focus on innovation and sustainability.
• Taking a role with real impact – your work will directly shape financial decisions and business strategy.
• Benefit from learning & development opportunities to keep building your career.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive working environment.

Additional Information

Package:

• Competitive base pay.
• Company pension.
• 33 days holiday.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply online, please contact us at [e-mail] and one of the team will be in contact to help you.