Management Accountant, UK

Location: Northwest England, United Kingdom

Work Mode: Full -time, onsite

About the Company:

The company is a well -established manufacturing
business and part of an international group operating within the circular
economy and sustainable materials sector, transforming recycled plastics into
durable, high -quality products used across a variety of industrial and
infrastructure applications.

The culture is collaborative, and supportive, where people
are encouraged to take ownership, work together across functions, and
contribute ideas that improve processes and business performance. The
environment combines the stability of an established organisation with the
agility and continuous improvement mindset of a growing business.

About the Role:

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to
join the Finance team and play a key role in the day -to -day financial
management of the business.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role
is responsible for monthly reporting, financial controls, transactional finance
oversight, and team leadership. The successful candidate will lead the Finance
Assistant, partner closely with stakeholders across the business, and support
the implementation of a new ERP system.

This is a hands -on position suited to a finance
professional who enjoys being close to the operation, improving processes, and
ensuring finance delivers accurate, timely, and meaningful information to
support business performance.

Working Model & Culture

• Predominantly
  site -based role within a manufacturing environment.
  
• One day
  per week home working available following onboarding and successful
  integration into the team.
  
• Flexible
  start and finish times can be accommodated around agreed working hours.
  
• Occasional
  travel abroad may be required during the ERP implementation phase.
  
• Environment
  that values initiative, accountability, continuous improvement, and
  teamwork.
  

Key Responsibilities include:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare
  monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments,
  reconciliations, VAT returns, fixed asset accounting, and cash flow
  reporting
  
• Deliver
  accurate financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance insights
  to support business decision -making
  
• Produce
  meaningful management information and financial reports that improve
  business visibility and performance
  
• Ensure
  compliance with financial controls, statutory requirements, and group
  reporting standards
  

Finance Operations & Team Leadership

• Oversee
  day -to -day transactional finance activities, including sales and purchase
  ledgers, credit control, and cash management
  
• Lead,
  coach, and develop the Finance Assistant, establishing clear expectations
  and accountability
  
• Maintain
  high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and service across the finance
  function
  
• Support
  the annual audit process and respond to transactional audit requirements
  

Business Partnering

• Work
  closely with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to
  provide financial insight and support performance improvement initiatives
  
• Support
  budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and business planning
  activities
  
• Conduct
  financial and cost analysis to identify opportunities for operational
  efficiencies and margin improvement
  
• Build
  strong relationships across the business and communicate financial
  information clearly to both finance and non -finance audiences
  

Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Support
  the implementation of a new ERP system
  
• Identify
  opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and increase
  automation and reporting efficiency
  
• Contribute
  to the development of scalable finance processes that support future
  business growth
  
• Help
  transition finance activities from manual and spreadsheet -driven processes
  to more integrated and automated solutions
  

Requirements

We are Looking for:

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully
  qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) - required
  
• 3+
  years' post -qualification experience within a Management Accountant or
  similar role
  
• Previous
  experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or product -based
  environments is preferred
  
• Strong
  understanding of management accounting principles, month -end reporting,
  and financial controls
  
• Previous
  experience supervising, mentoring, or managing team members
  
• ERP
  system experience; involvement in ERP implementation projects would be
  highly advantageous
  
• Advanced
  Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manipulate data effectively
  
• Experience
  producing management information, variance analysis, and financial
  reporting for stakeholders
  
• Local
  candidate with onsite presence at least 4 days a week

Working Style & Behaviours

• Confident
  and accountable, with the ability to take ownership and make decisions
  
• Comfortable
  leading and developing others while maintaining high standards
  
• Collaborative
  and approachable, with strong relationship -building skills
  
• Organised,
  detail -oriented, and committed to delivering accurate, timely work
  
• Proactive
  and improvement -focused, with a desire to challenge processes
  constructively
  
• Resilient
  and adaptable within a changing business environment
  
• Professional,
  trustworthy, and able to communicate effectively at all levels
  

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Opportunity
  to join a forward -thinking organization with a clear purpose and a genuine
  ambition to make a positive environmental impact.
  
• A
  strong, values -led culture, developed locally, that prioritizes
  collaboration, integrity, and accountability.
  
• A
  supportive and caring working environment where leaders are approachable
  and teamwork is encouraged.
  
• Ongoing
  commitment to developing people, supporting professional growth, and
  enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
  

• Competitive
  salary, aligned with market standards.
  

• 28 days
  annual leave plus public holidays, additional holiday flexibility during
  the Christmas period
  
• Possibility
  to work one day per week from home if desired
  

This job description is confidential and not
exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve in line with business needs and the
ongoing development of the organisation.