Management Accountant

Alexander Steele; Claydon; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK seeks a Management Accountant to drive financial performance and support strategic decisions. You will prepare management accounts, provide insights, and lead budgeting efforts. The ideal candidate is qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with management accounting experience, particularly in manufacturing or FMCG. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of up to £55k and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative team.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £55k

Opportunity for career progression

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant.
• Experience in management accounting within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Commercially astute and analytical.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and cost variance analysis.
• Partner with operations to provide financial insights.
• Lead on budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Management accounting experience

Financial analysis

Strong communication skills

Education

CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualification

Job description

Are you a qualified accountant looking to make an impact in one of the UK's most exciting and fast-moving industries?

Our client, a leading food manufacturer in Suffolk, is seeking a Management Accountant to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making within a dynamic manufacturing setting.

The Role

As Management Accountant, you will:

• Prepare monthly management accounts and cost variance analysis
• Partner with operations to provide financial insight and cost analysis
• Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Support continuous improvement projects and efficiency initiatives
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and industry standards

About You

We\'re looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
• Has strong experience in management accounting, ideally within manufacturing or FMCG
• Is commercially astute, analytical, and proactive in driving business performance
• Possesses excellent communication skills, able to partner with both finance and non-finance stakeholders

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £55k + benefits
• Opportunity to work in a market-leading food manufacturer with ambitious growth plans
• A supportive, collaborative team culture
• Clear progression opportunities within finance and the wider business

If your are interested in applying for this vacancy then please apply through this advert, send a copy of your most recent CV to Giuseppe Leo or call him directly to discuss the role, location and company profile in more detail. Once we have spoken with you, we can provide you with a copy of the Job Description provided by the client