Location: Northwest England, United Kingdom

Work Mode: Full-time, hybrid

About the Company:

The company is a well-established manufacturing business and part of an international group operating within the circular economy and sustainable materials sector, transforming recycled plastics into durable, high-quality products used across a variety of industrial and infrastructure applications.

The culture is collaborative, and supportive, where people are encouraged to take ownership, work together across functions, and contribute ideas that improve processes and business performance. The environment combines the stability of an established organisation with the agility and continuous improvement mindset of a growing business.

About the Role:

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join the Finance team and play a key role in the day-to-day financial management of the business.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role is responsible for monthly reporting, financial controls, transactional finance oversight, and team leadership. The candidate will be supported by the Finance Assistant, and partner closely with stakeholders across the business.

This is a hands-on position suited to a finance professional who enjoys being close to the operation, improving processes, and ensuring finance delivers accurate, timely, and meaningful information to support business performance.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, VAT returns, fixed asset accounting, cash flow reporting, variance analysis, and the preparation of management reports and performance insights.

• Ensure compliance with financial controls, statutory requirements, internal policies, and group reporting standards while supporting annual audit activities.

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including sales and purchase ledgers, credit control, cash management, and the maintenance of efficient and accurate financial processes.

• Partner closely with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to support budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, business planning, cost control, and performance improvement initiatives.

• Provide financial analysis and commercial insight to identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, process improvements, increased profitability, and stronger business performance.

• Build strong relationships across the organisation and communicate financial information clearly and effectively to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls, improve processes, increase automation, and enhance reporting capabilities.

Requirements

We are Looking for:

2-3+ years’ experience within a Management Accountant or similar role
Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) – preferred, open for candidates who will be taking their exams soon

Previous experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or product-based environments is preferred
Strong understanding of management accounting principles, month-end reporting, and financial controls
ERP system experience
Solid Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manipulate data effectively
Confident and accountable personality, with the ability to take ownership and make decisions
Strong relationship-building skills, collaborative and approachable
Organised and detail-oriented specialist committed to delivering accurate, timely work
Proactivity and focus on improvements, with a desire to challenge processes constructively
Resilience and adaptability
Professional and trustworthy individual able to communicate effectively at all levels

Benefits

Opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization with a clear purpose and a genuine ambition to make a positive environmental impact.
A strong, values-led culture, that prioritizes collaboration, integrity, and accountability.
Caring working environment where leaders are approachable and teamwork is encouraged.
Ongoing professional development, enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
28 days annual leave plus public holidays, additional holiday flexibility during the Christmas period
Hybrid setup with 1-2 days working from home if desired
Flexible start and finish times can be accommodated around agreed working hours

This job description is confidential and not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve in line with business needs and the ongoing development of the organisation.

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