Job Title: Management Accountant
Location: Knutsford
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum + exceptional benefits
Permanent, Full-time, Fully office based
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a well-established manufacturing business operating across multiple UK sites. This is a highly visible role within a collaborative finance team, offering the opportunity to play a key part in financial reporting, costing, and inventory management processes.
Key Responsibilities:
*Prepare accurate monthly management accounts in line with internal reporting deadlines.
*Provide detailed analysis and commentary on financial performance, including variance analysis against budget and forecast.
*Reconcile intercompany balances across group entities.
*Partner with operational teams to monitor and forecast overhead costs.
*Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.
*Reconcile stock ledgers to balance sheet and investigate discrepancies.
*Maintain and develop the standard costing system, including materials, labour, and overheads.
*Produce monthly variance reports (including PPV, usage, and labour variances).
*Investigate and resolve stock and costing variances to ensure accuracy.
*Support stock takes, including auditing counts and processing adjustments.
*Prepare postings for e-commerce transactions and profit in stock calculations.
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operations.
About You:
*Part qualified or fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA), qualified by experience (QBE) accountant with strong experience in a similar role.
*Proven background within a manufacturing or stock-focused environment.
*Strong management experience, with the ability to lead, influence, and support stakeholders across the business.
*Strong understanding of ERP systems (experience with integrated systems desirable).
*Experience with cost accounting and inventory processes.
*Advanced Excel skills with a strong analytical mindset.
*Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
*Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
*Proactive, inquisitive, and solutions-focused approach.
*Flexible and willing to travel to sites across the UK as required.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary package.
*Employee discount scheme.
*Free parking.
*Opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing manufacturing environment.
If interested please reach out to me today!