Management Accountant

Zachary Daniels; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business seeks a Management Accountant to produce management accounts and assist with budgeting. This role involves collaboration with operational teams and providing financial insights to support business growth. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA).
• Previous experience in management accounting required.
• Strong Excel skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with teams to drive process improvements.

Skills

Excel

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Tools

Sage

SAP

Job description

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Base pay range

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Management Accountant | Leading Manufacturer | Manchester | £45,000 - £55,000, 25 days holiday and benefits | Hybrid | FMCG

A well-established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking a Management Accountant to join its growing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, values ownership, and wants to make a real impact in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

The Role

As Management Accountant, you'll play a key role in producing timely and accurate management accounts, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and providing insightful analysis to drive business performance. You'll work closely with operational teams, helping to translate financial data into actionable insights and supporting the business as it continues to invest and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.
• Analyse variances and provide clear commentary to support business decisions.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with operational and project teams.
• Maintain and improve financial models, ensuring robust and reliable data for reporting and planning.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the business to drive process improvements and ensure strong financial controls.
• Support the preparation of board packs and management reports.
• Liaise with auditors and assist with audit preparation as required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies.

About You

• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
• Previous experience in management accounting, ideally within engineering, manufacturing, or a project-based environment.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar).
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, able to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable working to deadlines.
• A genuine team player who enjoys collaborating and driving improvements.

What's on Offer

• Salary in the region of £45,000 - £55,000, depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible working options (hybrid/remote, subject to business needs)
• Ongoing professional development and study support
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, forward-thinking business

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Machinery Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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