Eaton Syalon are partnering exclusively with a manufacturing business in South Derbyshire to recruit a Management Accountant into their finance function.

The Management Accountant will play a key role in the finance team by preparing accurate and timely management accounts, analysing key financial data, as well as carrying out the day-to-day accounting tasks. This role requires close collaboration with operational and commercial teams to provide insights that drive efficiency, profitability, and informed business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

· Preparation of draft monthly management accounts to present to management for review

· Explanation of variances to budget and prior year in management accounts

· Preparation of accruals, prepayments and intercompany journals

· Manage the balance sheet reconciliation process ensuring complete and accurate

· Production of monthly departmental expenditure reports for department heads

· Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, and system enhancements

· Weekly labour reporting and analysis

· Collaborate with manufacturing and commercial teams to track and understand cost drivers

· Ensure adherence to reporting requirements and deadlines on monthly/quarterly/annual basis

Qualifications & Experience:

· CIMA/ACCA/ACA Part-qualified (actively studying). Candidates who are at the end of AAT studies and looking to move forward with professional accounting qualification will be considered if you can demonstrate the above experience/exposure

· Experience of variance analysis & investigation

· High attention to detail and strong analytical skills

· Experience of month end processes

· Experience in a manufacturing is preferred

· Strong Excel skills and preferably exposure to Power BI

If you're looking for a long-term position which can offer genuine career progression, with a business who are keen to support and develop you, then this role could be the ideal next step in your finance career.

Please note, you will be required to work on-site initially 5 days per week. A hybrid working approach will then be offered as 4 days on-site and 1 day from home. Please only express interest in this position if you are able to commit to an initial office based role.