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