Management Accountant

Michael Page; Orpington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Management Accountant to oversee financial reporting, analysis, and decision-making. The ideal candidate will be ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified, with strong technical skills and experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include preparing management accounts, supporting budgeting processes, and conducting cost analysis. This permanent role offers a competitive salary between £55,000 and £65,000 and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is desirable.
• Strong technical accounting skills with a sound understanding of management accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts including variance analysis.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and margin reporting.
• Partner with operational teams to enhance financial performance.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proactive and self-motivated

Education

Fully qualified or part-qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA (or equivalent)

Job description

The successful candidate will play a key role in providing accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and robust support to operational and strategic decision-making across the business.

Experience within a manufacturing or production environment will be considered highly advantageous, as you will be instrumental in understanding cost drivers, inventory management, and performance efficiency across the organisation.

Client Details

Our client, a well-established, medium-sized organisation operates on a global scale and is known for its focus on innovation and excellence in manufacturing. The organisation offers a collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.

Description

Management Accountant responsibilities include;

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and margin reporting to identify areas for improvement.
• Partner with operational and production teams to enhance financial performance and control.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Prepare and present financial reports for management and external stakeholders as required.
• Assist in the development of standard costing models and review of bill of materials.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring all financial data is accurate and timely.

Profile

A successful Management Accountant should have:

• Fully qualified or part-qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA (or equivalent).
• Strong technical accounting skills with a sound understanding of management accounting principles.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment (desirable).
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical capability.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and partner across departments.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum.
• Permanent role within a well-established organisation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive company culture and collaborative work environment.

If you are an experienced Management Accountant looking to advance your career, then please do apply today!