Management Accountant

Butler Rose Ltd; Carnforth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected SME in Carnforth is seeking a Management Accountant for a 12-month maternity cover. In this office-based role, you will prepare and analyze financial information to support decision-making while maintaining strict controls. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting skills, proficiency in accounting software, and excel in managing multiple priorities. Responsibilities include preparing monthly management accounts, completing month-end tasks, and partnering with non-finance stakeholders. Competitive compensation and a fixed-term contract are offered.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant, AAT qualified or QBE considered.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.
• Able to work to strict deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Confident working independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
• Complete month-end tasks including bank reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
• Oversee and reconcile stock as part of month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain and validate the standard costing system.
• Provide insightful commentary on variances to budget and forecast.
• Assist with external audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by senior management.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial regulations

Accounting software proficiency

Excel skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Part-qualified accountant, AAT qualified or QBE

Job description

Management Accountant - 12-Month Maternity Cover (Exclusiveto Butler Rose)

Location: Carnforth
Contract: Fixed Term Contract - 12 months (Maternity Cover)
Working Pattern: Office based with an early finish on a Friday (potential for 1 day hybrid)
Reporting To: Head of Finance

Overview

I am partnering exclusively with a highly respected SME to support their search for a Management Accountant on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a varied, hands‑on role within a supportive finance function, ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, autonomy, and partnering across the business.

The successful candidate will play a key part in preparing, developing, and analysing financial information to support effective decision-making, while maintaining strong controls and ensuring accuracy across reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
• Complete month‑end tasks including bank reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments
• Oversee and reconcile stock as part of month‑end and year‑end close
• Maintain and validate the standard costing system
• Provide insightful commentary on variances to budget and forecast
• Support Group month‑end and year‑end processes
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support review cycles
• Maintain and improve internal financial controls and processes
• Assist with external audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
• Process quarterly VAT returns
• Partner with non‑finance stakeholders to support commercial decision‑making
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, HMRC, and suppliers
• Deliver ad‑hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by senior management

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Mandatory Requirements

• Part-qualified accountant, AAT qualified or QBE considered
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel
• Able to work to strict deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Confident working independently as well as part of a team

Preferred Requirements

• Experience within a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Previous experience in a Management Accountant role within an SME

Please contact Business Manager Nathan Baillie for more information.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.