Senior Management Accountant

The One Group; Kettering; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Kettering is seeking a Senior Management Accountant ready to evolve into a Financial Controller role. This position offers a clear development path and the opportunity to influence key financial processes, including budgeting and compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and relevant qualifications, with a proactive mindset to grow into senior leadership.

Benefits

Genuine career development

Broad exposure across operational and commercial finance

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a manufacturing or commercial finance role.
• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

Responsibilities

• Producing monthly management accounts and financial statements.
• Leading product costing and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Skills

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Excel

ERP

Job description

Senior Management Accountant - Future Financial Controller Opportunity
Are you a qualified or part-qualified accountant ready to step into a broader, more strategic finance role? This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven finance professional to join a well-established business, with a clear development path to Financial Controller within 12-18 months.

The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll take ownership of core financial processes including budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. You'll also support commercial decision-making, ensure compliance (VAT, PAYE, tax), and provide insights on sales, stock, and cost variances.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing monthly management accounts and financial statements
• Cost controller duties - Leading product costing and manufacturing variance analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Financial reporting
• Cash management
• Managing cash flow, creditor payments, and supporting payroll
• Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP & IFRS
• Acting as a key ERP user and driving process improvements

What We're Looking For

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified/finalist/PQ
• 3+ years' experience in a manufacturing or commercial finance role
• Strong technical and analytical skills with Excel & ERP experience
• A proactive mindset and desire to grow into a senior leadership role

Why Apply?

• Genuine career development into a Financial Controller role
• Broad exposure across operational and commercial finance
• Supportive leadership and opportunities to make a real impact

Ready to grow your finance career? If yes, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment or contact Dhruti Patel at The ONE Group for further information!