Management Accountant

Your new company
A well-established and highly reputable organisation based in Cornwall, operating within a specialist manufacturing environment. The business continues to grow and evolve, creating the need for a dedicated and technically competent Management Accountant to strengthen its finance function. You'll be joining a stable, supportive team where accuracy, insight, and high-quality financial reporting play a central role in driving business performance.

Your new role
As the Management Accountant, you will take ownership of delivering accurate financial information and ensuring the smooth running of key accounting processes. Reporting to senior finance leadership, your responsibilities will include:

Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting to strict deadlines
Assisting with the preparation of the annual financial statements
Maintaining the fixed asset register
Supporting the annual audit process
Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns
Assisting with annual budgeting and ongoing forecasts, including variance and cost analysis
Conducting financial analysis to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities
Supporting the development and strengthening of internal controls
Providing guidance to Finance Assistants within the team
Building and maintaining financial models to support strategic planning and investment decisions
Partnering with operational teams to deliver financial insight and support business initiativesThis is a varied and hands-on position offering strong exposure across the business and an opportunity to add real value.
What you'll need to succeed

AAT Level 4 qualified (essential)
Experienced in management accounting or financial analysis
Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experienced with SAGE ERP (desirable, not essential)
A confident communicator able to work closely with non‑finance stakeholders.
Organised, proactive and capable of managing competing prioritiesWhat you'll get in return

Free on-site parking
A permanent, full-time role within a stable and supportive organisation
The opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and influence financial decision-making
A role offering variety, autonomy and strong long-term development potentiaWhat you need to do now
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