Management Accountant

RYOBI; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive components supplier based in Carrickfergus is seeking an experienced finance professional to assist the finance manager. The ideal candidate will have a solid accountancy qualification and a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include managing the monthly accounts and leading the accounts receivable and payable processes. Attractive benefits package includes competitive salary and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous employer pension contributions

Health cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience accounting in a turnover company exceeding £20m.
• Comprehensive knowledge of finance principles.
• Experience analyzing projects and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance manager with monthly management accounts preparation.
• Responsible for managing AR and AP ledger.
• Coordinate finance duties with the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Negotiating skills

Customer focus

Education

Accountancy qualification (e.g. ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

Part-qualified with relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Sage

Power BI

Job description

Company

Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is an innovative, world class supplier of high quality, technically complex automotive components. Based in Carrickfergus, Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is a proud member of the Ryobi Group. With the help of our Japanese parent company we can bring the latest technological advances to our European Customers.

Ryobi’s vision is to maintain a sustainable business by achieving the best results for our customers, maximising the potential of every employee through mutual respect, trust and teamwork. Our mission is to be the Number 1 Die Casting Company in Europe, to build upon our current customer base and increase market share, and to satisfy customer and shareholder requirements.

The role

Assist the Finance manager in the preparation of the monthly and year end management accounts.

Assist the finance manager with internal and external audits.

Responsible for the monthly AR and AP ledger.

Assist with the delegation and coordination of the Finance duties.

Please see attached Job Description for the main duties.

Essential Criteria

• Accountancy qualification (e.g. ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
• Part-qualified candidates with at least 3 years’ relevant practical experience (in a similar position) who can demonstrate capability to succeed in the role
• Minimum 3 years’ experience accounting in a company with a turnover in excess of £20m
• Comprehensive knowledge of finance principles and practices
• Experience in the analysis of performance, projects and investments, preparation of budgets, forecasting and management reports
• Previous supervisory experience
• IT literate, proficient in MS Office and knowledge of financial software
• Experience in dealing with external auditors
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, innovation and decision making skills
• Business acumen and commercial awareness
• Customer focus
• Planning, organizational and time management skills
• Negotiating and influencing
• Problem solving
• Accuracy, and the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to delegate train and mentor staff

Desirable Criteria

• Experience within a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in the use of Sage
• Knowledge of automated AP systems
• Experience of Power BI
• Experience of SSRS reporting

Shortlisting and Interviews

Shortlisting – 2nd October 2025

Interviews – Week Commencing 6th October 2025

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Competitive shift premium for all shift roles
• Generous employer pension contributions, starting at 7% Employer and rising to 14% Employer
• A health cash plan
• Discount scheme
• Life assurance
• Service-related holidays & Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Free car parking
• Learning and Development opportunities and support
• Ride to work scheme
• Service awards

If you have previously applied for this role in the last 6 months, we will not be considering your application at this time.