Management Accountant

Michael Page Finance are supporting an international manufacturing client on their search for a Management Accountant. Reporting directly to the newly-promoted Finance Director, you will oversee month-end processes along with having a very visible impact in the business to support senior stakeholders on costings and variance analysis, along with other projects. A great opportunity to step into a varied role and have a true impact on the business operations.

Client Details

Our client is a multi-site, international manufacturing business based near Barnsley. The business are in an exciting period of change, with this Management Accountant playing an important part in ensuring the accounting function is set up to support this. There's a great collaborative culture within the site and wider group, with the successful candidate having the opportunity to create positive and meaningful relationships with stakeholders of all seniority.

Description

In this fast-paced and varied Management Accountant role based near Barnsley, you'll be expected to:

• Produce and develop management and financial reports, delivering insight to support leadership and board-level decision making
• Review and refine overhead allocation methodologies to ensure cost information remains robust and relevant
• Perform variance analysis on site-level activities, providing clear feedback to operational teams
• Conduct regular reviews of overhead expenditure, identifying trends, risks and efficiency opportunities
• Maintain fixed asset accounting and associated reconciliations
• Reconcile management accounts and reporting outputs to the general ledger
• Provide finance support across multiple UK operational sites, with additional involvement in a European location

Profile

For this role, we're looking for:

• A professional accounting qualification or equivalent educational background
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data effectively
• Experience in the manufacturing industry or a similar sector is advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Proven problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 per annum
• Performance-based bonus to reward your contributions
• Private healthcare to support your well-being
• Complimentary lunch provided during working hours

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Management Accountant in Barnsley, apply today to join this growing manufacturing organisation.