Management Accountant

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization is looking for a Management Accountant to join their finance team. Responsibilities include preparing monthly accounts, delivering financial reports, and conducting analysis to support business decisions. This role requires a qualified finance professional with strong Excel and data analysis skills, ready to make a real impact in a growing environment.

Qualifications

• Part or fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
• Previous experience in a Management Accountant or Manufacturing Accountant role.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L and balance sheet.
• Delivering accurate financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Conducting profitability analysis across departments.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

CIMA

ACCA

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and detail-orientated Management Accountant to join a growing finance team within a well-established organisation. This is a newly created role designed to support the continued expansion of the business, with a strong focus on accurate reporting, operational insight, and business performance analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and fixed asset register
• Delivering accurate and timely financial reporting and variance analysis
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
• Conducting profitability analysis across departments and services
• Collaborating with procurement and operational teams on stock control and cost optimisation
• Validating BOMs and reviewing pricing accuracy
• Identifying opportunities for system and process improvements
• Supporting upcoming ERP/SAP implementations
• Building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders to explain variances in cost and efficiency
• Implementing and maintaining cost controls and financial governance processes

What we're looking for:

• Part or fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) or qualified by experience
• Previous experience in a Management Accountant or Manufacturing Accountant role
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Previous experience with ERP or SAP systems is advantageous
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise across departments
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

If you're an experienced management accountant looking for a varied role with the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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