Management Accountant

Management Accountant - Manufacturing - Cheshire West £50-60k Hybrid We are currently recruiting for an experienced Management Accountant (can be PQ or QBE with significant experience), to join a dynamic, fast-moving manufacturing business. This role will play a pivotal part in supporting financial performance, strengthening controls, and providing meaningful insight to support decision-making across the organisation. Operating in a challenging and evolving environment, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a business amidst an exciting period of transition and growth. Key Responsibilities * Conduct detailed cost analysis across areas such as labour, materials, overheads, and product costing * Build effective working relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders * Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts in line with agreed reporting deadlines * Support finance systems enhancements, upgrades, or implementations where required * Monitor and report on key operational and financial performance indicators * Maintain ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring accuracy through regular reconciliations * Provide guidance and support to junior members of the finance team * Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting * Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and periodic reforecasts in collaboration with operational teams * Act as a key point of contact for financial queries across the business * Deliver detailed variance analysis with clear commentary to support senior management decisions * Ensure compliance with internal controls and relevant regulatory standards * Partner with key departments including operations, production, and supply chain to provide financial insight * Support year-end processes, including audit and statutory reporting requirements * Contribute to ongoing process improvements by providing constructive financial challenge Skills & Experience * Fully qualified OR Part Qualified /QBE with significant, demonstrable experience of Management Accounting in a busy manufacturing environment. * Strong experience in management accounting, including budgeting and forecasting * Solid understanding of balance sheet management and reconciliations * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities * Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems * Background in manufacturing, FMCG, logistics or a similar operational environment * Exposure to cost-focused environments such as production, logistics, or engineering Hybrid flexible working, Life Assurance, healthcare cash plan, 34 days holiday (28 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays) Study support if desired