Management Accountant

Michael Page; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable UK manufacturer in Scunthorpe is seeking a Management Accountant to oversee financial processes. Responsibilities include managing month-end processes, producing management information, and maintaining financial controls. Candidates should be AAT qualified with a background in accounting, ideally within manufacturing. The role offers a salary of £35,000 - £37,000 plus a performance bonus, with an environment focused on autonomy and professional development.

Benefits

Performance bonus up to 10%

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven background in accounting roles, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong month-end experience with high-quality information production.
• Experience with stock control and BOMs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end processes: prepayments, accruals, reconciliations.
• Produce monthly management information for senior review.
• Manage transactional finance, bank account, and invoice discounting.

Skills

Transaction management

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

AAT qualified

Studying toward ACCA or CIMA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The role of a Management Accountant in the industrial and manufacturing sector is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting and finance. This position, based in Scunthorpe, involves overseeing financial processes and providing key insights to support decision‑making.

Client Details

A highly reputable, well established UK manufacturer with extensive industry experience, supplying specialist products across multiple industrial sectors. The business is known for its quality, integrity and collaborative approach, offering a supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement and technical development.

Description

• Full ownership of month‑end processes: prepayments, accruals, depreciation and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Producing the monthly management information pack for senior review.
• Managing transactional finance including purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control.
• Overseeing the company bank account, including reconciliations and payment preparation.
• Maintaining the fixed asset register.
• Managing the invoice discounting facility, including submissions, reconciliations and quarterly audits.
• Reviewing monthly credit card spend and preparing payroll information for the outsourced provider.
• Drafting quarterly VAT returns and submitting post‑approval.
• Leading periodic stock‑takes and ensuring accuracy within the ERP system.
• Developing and enhancing ERP reporting and analysis.
• Supporting annual financial audits.
• Maintaining robust financial controls and assisting with SOP development.
• Working cross‑functionally to improve business efficiency, cost performance and insight.

Profile

• AAT qualified (minimum) with experience across transactional and management accounting; ideally studying toward ACCA or CIMA.
• Proven background in a broad accounting role, ideally within manufacturing or a similar environment.
• Strong month‑end experience and ability to produce high‑quality management information.
• Confident using ERP systems and doing some data analysis.
• Experience with stock control, inventory systems and BOMs is advantageous.
• High accuracy, strong attention to detail and a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Job Offer

• Salary £35,000 – £37,000 plus up to 10% performance bonus.

Study support

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

A stable, supportive business offering autonomy, development and the chance to make a real impact.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Management Accountant in Scunthorpe, apply today to join this reputable organisation.