Management Accountant

The Best Connection; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Management Accountant for a permanent position in Eastbourne. This full-time role focuses on financial operations support, including invoice approval and profitability analysis. Candidates should possess at least 3 years of business finance experience, strong analytical abilities, and advanced Excel skills, particularly in a manufacturing context. This position offers an opportunity to join an innovative team dedicated to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in business finance.
• Experience in manufacturing is essential.
• Ability to manage workload and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Approve purchase invoices and analyze profitability.
• Calculate invoice accruals and monthly WIP valuations.
• Conduct job costing and customer profitability analysis.
• Review site P&Ls and collate month-end data.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.

Skills

Business finance experience

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Time management

Education

Financial qualification

Job description

The Best Connection Eastbourne is currently recruiting an experienced Management Accountant to join our client in Eastbourne on a permanent basis.

We're recruiting for a Management Accountant to join a dynamic team in Eastbourne. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday), with flexibility required during peak periods.

Our client is a leading manufacturer with 17 production sites across the UK and Europe Serving a wide range of sectors, they are known for their operational excellence and continuous growth. As the business expands, they're seeking innovative, energetic, and collaborative individuals to strengthen their finance function.

As a Management Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting financial operations and decision-making. Your responsibilities will include:

• Approving purchase invoices and analysing profitability
• Calculating invoice accruals and monthly WIP valuations
• Conducting job costing and customer profitability analysis
• Partnering with the site General Manager
• Reviewing site P& Ls and collating month-end data
• Providing ad hoc financial analysis and reporting

What we're looking for:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in business finance
• Financial qualification and advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
• Experience in manufacturing (essential)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage workload and meet tight deadlines

Business partnering experience and a flexible approach

If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career within a thriving manufacturing business, apply now through The Best Connection recruitment agency. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.