Management Accountant

Circa £35,000 – £45,000 | Lancaster The Opportunity We're working with a successful and growing business that is looking to strengthen its finance team with the appointment of a Management Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established organisation that continues to go from strength to strength, with ongoing investment and ambitious plans for the future. Working closely with the wider finance team, you'll play an important role in supporting financial performance, improving reporting processes and ensuring the business has the information and controls it needs to support its continued growth.

The finance team has gone from strength to strength over the last couple of years, and this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where you're genuinely encouraged to take ownership, develop your skills and progress your career. If you're looking for an environment where you can make a difference, be trusted to get on with things and continue to develop professionally, this could be a great fit.

This is a varied, hands-on position offering plenty of scope to take ownership, build relationships across the business and make a genuine contribution. What you'll be doing Assisting with monthly financial reporting, management accounts and associated reconciliations. Reviewing business costs and performance, investigating variances and highlighting areas that need further attention. Monitoring stock levels, values and movements, ensuring financial records are accurate and any discrepancies are followed through.

Supporting regular stock reviews and identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency and cost control. Keeping track of purchasing activity and associated financial commitments. Working with colleagues across the business to improve processes, strengthen financial controls and ensure procedures are being followed. Contributing to budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning. Providing general support across the wider finance function, getting involved in different areas as business needs evolve.

What you'll ideally bring AAT qualified, part-qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA, fully qualified or QBE with relevant experience. Previous experience in a management accounts or broader finance position. Ideally, experience working within a manufacturing environment. An understanding of stock accounting, reconciliations and financial controls. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate information and identify discrepancies. Confidence working with financial systems and handling large amounts of financial data.

A proactive, organised approach with good attention to detail. Someone who enjoys working as part of a team, building relationships and getting stuck into a varied role. What's on offer? Salary of £35,000–£45,000 depending on experience. Discretionary quarterly bonus scheme. Health Cash Plan. Annual leave purchase scheme, with the option to buy up to five additional days. Increased annual leave with length of service.

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay with length of service. Company-funded Employee Assistance Programme. Secure on-site parking. Regular team events and company lunches. Opportunities for career development. Interested? This is a great opportunity to join a growing business at an exciting stage of its development, where you'll be able to take ownership, broaden your experience and play an important role within the finance team.

Whether you're an experienced Management Accountant or looking to take the next step in your finance career, we'd love to hear from you.