Management Accountant

Navantia UK; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime defense company in the UK is looking for a proactive Management Accountant to join their Finance team. You will be responsible for producing accurate financial information and work collaboratively with project teams. The ideal candidate will hold an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience. This role offers hybrid working options, a chance for professional growth, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the defense sector.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Opportunities for career development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ post-qualification experience in engineering, construction, or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and financial controls.
• Experience with ERP systems across ledgers and project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial information including project reporting and variance analysis.
• Work closely with project teams for accurate reporting of project costs.
• Produce project dashboards and management reports for internal board packs.
• Identify and report project risks affecting milestones.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analytics tools

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state‑owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. Navantia UK is positioned to strengthen Britain's defence, maritime, and energy industrial capabilities while supporting jobs and economic growth across the country.

About the Role

Navantia UK is looking for a proactive Management Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in producing accurate, insightful financial information that supports informed decision‑making across the business. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively with project teams, contributing to financial strategy, and ensuring robust financial control in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare monthly financial information, including project reporting, revenue recognition, trial balance, profit and loss, balance sheet, and variance analysis.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure accurate reporting of project costs and performance against budget for revenue, costs, and cash flow.
• Produce project dashboards and management reports for inclusion in internal board packs.
• Provide timely and accurate financial information to the Financial Controller and senior management to support business decisions.
• Assist in maintaining financial controls, procedures, and disciplines across all business activities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts (revenue, balance sheet, and cash flow) and report performance against budget.
• Identify and report project risks that may affect milestones and support corrective actions with project teams.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, statutory accounts, and external audits.
• Contribute to the financial appraisal of commercial projects and new business opportunities.
• Manage project setup in SAP, ensuring accurate allocation of cost baselines, margins, revenue, and cash plans.
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives.
• Be part of a growing organisation that plays a vital role in strengthening the UK’s defence, shipbuilding, and industrial capabilities.
• Work in a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment that values professional growth and innovation.
• Hybrid working options and opportunities for career development within an expanding international business.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification: ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent).
• 2+ years’ post‑qualification experience – ideally within engineering, construction, or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and financial controls.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems across ledgers and project accounting.
• Skilled in data analytics tools and confident using Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive, detail‑focused approach with the ability to communicate financial insights clearly and effectively.

Ready to make an impact? If you are an analytical, motivated finance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.