Management Accountant
Kendal | £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits
A well-established and growing organisation within the construction/manufacturing sector is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is a key role supporting the Head of Finance, offering broad exposure across financial operations, reporting, and analysis in a fast-paced environment.
The RoleThe Management Accountant will play an instrumental role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations. You’ll be responsible for maintaining robust financial processes, supporting decision-making through insightful reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal and external obligations.
Key Responsibilities*Oversee and support the purchase ledger, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing
*Resolve finance queries efficiently across the business
*Maintain and reconcile purchase ledger accounts, ensuring balances are followed up
*Produce aged creditor reports and monitor supplier payment timelines
*Manage fortnightly subcontractor payment cycles
*Prepare and process supplier payment runs for approval
*Process expenses, mileage journals, and credit card transactions with accurate job costing
*Handle daily bank postings and monthly sales transactions
*Maintain employee allowances, mileage logs, and tool registers
*Manage the fixed asset register and monthly depreciation schedules
*Prepare prepayments, accruals, and monthly stock reports
*Deliver monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and job costing analysis
*Investigate cost variances and provide meaningful financial insights
*Complete balance sheet reconciliations
*Produce P11D data and support environmental reporting requirements
*Ensure accurate filing and documentation of financial records
*Provide support to the Head of Finance and assist with ad hoc projects
About You*Proven experience within a finance team, including production of management accounts
*High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
*Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across departments
*Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
*Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
*Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting systems
*Currently studying towards CIMA, ACA, or ACCA
*A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to work
Desirable Experience*Background within construction or sector-specific financial processes
*Experience in a manufacturing environment
What’s on Offer*Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000
*Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking business
*Exposure to a broad and varied finance role
*Support for professional development and study
*Collaborative and supportive team environment
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