Management Accountant

Our client is a well-established manufacturer based in Farnborough who are looking for a QBE or part-qualified Management Accountant to join their busy finance team on a full time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and supportive company offering long-term career stability. They offer a hybrid working pattern and great benefits including 25 days holiday, pension and healthcare scheme.

Management Accountant

Permanent

Farnborough

£40k - £45k

15985

You will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the business, including vendor payments, intercompany accounting, and the accurate processing of accounting entries. The role works closely with the Financial Controller to ensure robust processes and controls are consistently followed.

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate processing of AP, AR, payroll, and intercompany transactions
• Manage the month‑end close, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations, reporting, and loading actuals to meet corporate deadlines
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and manage multi‑currency bank reconciliations
• Execute weekly AP payment runs and set up ad‑hoc payments via online banking
• Maintain company credit cards and the fixed asset register, including annual asset audits
• Process monthly payroll and post related journals
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns, accruals, prepayments, and month‑end provisions
• Manage Accounts Receivable, including third‑party and intercompany cash collections
• Perform detailed monthly OPEX reviews, departmental allocations, and variance analysis
• Support intercompany reporting, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and the year‑end audit

• Qualified by experience (recent) or part‑qualified accountant
• Proven experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Background in the Manufacturing or Engineering sector is advantageous
• Intermediate‑level proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Sage 50 Payroll is desirable
• Proactive in identifying potential issues early and mitigating impacts both internally and externally
• Committed to continuously improving finance processes, systems, and reporting
• Positive, professional, and solutions‑focused mindset with strong problem‑solving skills

We comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics.