Management Accountant

Harper May Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business in Oxford is seeking a Management Accountant to strengthen their finance function. This role involves preparing management accounts, monitoring production costs, and supporting budgeting activities. The ideal candidate is ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with experience in a product-based environment and excellent analytical skills. Join a fast-moving organization focused on quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or product-based environment preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Monitor production costs, stock movements, and gross margins.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning activities.
• Work closely with supply chain and production teams to improve cost visibility and control.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cost control

Analytical skills

Strong Excel skills

Communication

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Harper May is partnering with a growing manufacturing business known for its focus on quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As the company continues to scale production and expand its product lines, they are seeking a Management Accountant to strengthen the finance function and support ongoing commercial performance.

Role Overview:
The Management Accountant will play a key role in financial reporting, cost control, and business partnering across departments. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive finance professional looking to gain hands-on exposure in a fast-moving, product-led environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary

• Monitor production costs, stock movements, and gross margins

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning activities

• Analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insight to support operational decisions

• Work closely with supply chain and production teams to improve cost visibility and control

• Assist in month-end close, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting tools across the finance function

• Support audit preparation and ensure accurate and timely reporting

Candidate Profile:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or product-based environment is preferred

• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP or manufacturing systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle)

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data into actionable insight

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines

• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments