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Management Accountant (Newly Qualified)

Stockport Permanent £45,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
A hands-on Management Accountant role within a growing international business, responsible for month-end reporting, stock accounting, manufacturing costings and margin analysis. Ideal for someone newly qualified who wants to take ownership, improve financial processes and bring fresh ideas to a close-knit finance team.
  • Join a growing international business.
  • Scope to improve processes.

About Our Client

I'm working with an established, UK-based business turning over circa. £50 million turnover. They have experienced significant growth in recent years and continue to expand their international presence.Supplying a diverse global customer base, the business operates across several revenue streams and has built a strong reputation within its market. With increasing international activity and a growing operational footprint, the finance function is evolving to support the next stage of its development. They're now looking for a hands-on Management Accountant who can strengthen financial reporting, improve processes and bring fresh ideas to a close-knit team.

Job Description

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Take ownership of stock workings, journals and reconciliations across raw materials, work in progress and finished goods.
  • Support manufacturing cost analysis, including labour costs, product costings and margin reporting.
  • Prepare monthly VAT returns and sales reconciliations.
  • Support the year-end statutory audit, providing schedules and financial information to external auditors.
  • Identify opportunities to improve month-end processes, reporting accuracy and financial controls.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate should have the following:

  • Previous experience within a manufacturing SME.
  • Ideally qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or qualified by sufficient experience.
  • Experience preparing management accounts and month-end journals.
  • A good understanding of stock accounting, including raw materials, work in progress and finished goods.
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
  • A proactive mindset, with the confidence to question existing processes and suggest improvements.



What's on Offer

  • Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience.
  • Generous holiday allowance.
  • Employer pension contribution.
  • Death-in-service cover.
  • Free on-site parking.
Contact
Alana Spencer
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7132708
Phone number
+44 161 829 0493

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Management Accountant
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Where
Stockport
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alana Spencer
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0493
Job reference
JN-102026-7132708