Management Accountant

Description

Management Accountant - Manufacturing & Sales Division

Rocester, Staffordshire

Competitive Salary + Benefits

About the Company

W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading global organisations to established regional businesses, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive performance.

We are partnering with a world-class, family-owned manufacturing business with a strong global presence and a reputation for innovation and excellence. The organisation is built on strong values, long-term thinking, and a commitment to investing in its people.

As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a Management Accountant to join their Finance team within the Sales Business Unit.

The Role

As a Management Accountant, you will play a key role within the Sales Business Unit Finance function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely financial reporting, analysis, and planning.

You will work closely with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, acting as a key point of contact for financial queries and providing clear, professional support. This is a fast-paced role with a strong focus on continuous improvement, accuracy, and business partnering.

The position offers excellent exposure within a large, structured finance environment, with clear opportunities for development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

· Support month end reporting activities alongside the Assistant Financial Controller

· Prepare, analyse, and explain key financial variances

· Assist with forecasting and budgeting in collaboration with non-finance teams

· Produce monthly overhead forecasts and annual budgets

· Reconcile balance sheet and inter-company accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies

· Maintain the fixed asset register, including tracking and forecasting capital expenditure

· Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, and other journals

· Identify and implement process improvements and standardisation opportunities

· Ensure compliance with Group Accounting Policies and deadlines

About You

· Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent), ideally near completion

· Previous experience working within a finance function is essential

· Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, SUMIFS, VLOOKUPs, etc.)

· High level of numeracy and attention to detail

· Ability to manage workload effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment

· Strong communication skills with the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams

· Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and problem solving

· Organised, accountable, and able to prioritise effectively

What's on Offer

· Competitive salary and benefits package

· Company pension scheme

· Private medical insurance and dental care schemes

· Access to onsite healthy living centre

· 33 days annual leave

· Strong career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation

· Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing finance environment

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your CV via this website or contact W Talent Finance directly for a confidential discussion