Management Accountant

Barclay Meade; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making at their Gloucester site. This role involves acting as a trusted partner to cost centre managers, managing overhead accounting, and leading capital expenditure reviews. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in financial reporting and P&L management, along with advanced Excel skills. Join a collaborative environment where your analytical abilities and proactive mindset will contribute to ongoing improvements and success.

Qualifications

• Solid background in financial reporting and P&L management.
• Commercially savvy with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in MRO environments is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted business partner to cost centre managers.
• Manage overhead accounting and maintain the fixed asset register.
• Lead monthly capital expenditure reviews with senior leadership.

Skills

Financial Reporting

P&L Management

Advanced Excel Skills

Analytical Abilities

Communication Skills

Understanding of IFRS

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Part-qualified or finalist in CIMA

Part-qualified or finalist in ACCA

Part-qualified or finalist in ACA

Tools

Fourth Shift

Power BI

FiT

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant

Are you a finance professional looking to step into a role with real impact? Our client is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to support strategic decision-making and drive financial performance at their Gloucester site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted business partner to cost centre managers, providing financial insights and analysis
• Manage overhead accounting, including accruals, prepayments, and reporting
• Maintain the fixed asset register and perform regular asset verifications
• Lead monthly capital expenditure reviews with senior leadership
• Assess capital investment proposals using financial modelling (NPV, Payback, IRR)
• Ensure accurate overhead allocation and support budgeting, forecasting, and MTP planning
• Prepare overhead reports for month-end and balanced scorecards
• Support internal controls, annual audit preparation, and compliance activities
• Lead finance process documentation and support internal audit readiness
• Complete National Statistics returns and assist during external audits

What We're Looking For:

• Solid background in financial reporting and P&L management
• Commercially savvy, with advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical abilities with a talent for simplifying complex data
• Confident communicator, able to engage with middle and senior management
• Experience with Fourth Shift, Power BI, or FiT is an advantage
• Previous exposure to MRO environments is a bonus
• Flexible, responsive, and committed to continuous improvement

Skills & Competencies:

• Innovative thinker with a global business mindset
• Able to support target setting, budgeting, and strategic planning
• Strong understanding of IFRS and internal financial controls
• Clear in identifying and explaining variances to forecasts
• Proficient in core accounting principles and processes

Personal Attributes:

• A collaborative team player with a proactive mindset
• Strong communicator with excellent problem-solving skills
• Dedicated to ongoing personal and professional development

Qualifications:

• Part-qualified or finalist in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA

If you would like to discuss in more detail, I would love to hear from you.