Job Title: Management Accountant

Location: Lincoln (Full-time, On-site)

Salary - £45,000 - £55,000

Reports To: Group Financial Controller

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our finance team on a full-time, permanent basis at the head office in Lincoln.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely management accounts, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Cost Management: Analyse manufacturing and operational costs, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Financial Analysis: Produce detailed financial analysis to support business performance, profitability, and strategic initiatives.
• Inventory & Stock Control: Monitor and report on inventory levels, stock valuation, and movements, ensuring accuracy and effective control within a manufacturing setting.
• Month-End Close: Complete month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger review.
• Internal Controls: Help maintain and strengthen financial controls, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Tax & Compliance: Assist with VAT returns and support compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Systems & Processes: Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Part-qualified or qualified (CIMA / ACCA or equivalent). Part-qualified candidates must be actively studying and committed to completion.
• Experience: Proven experience in a management accounting role, ideally within a manufacturing or distribution environment. Stock management experience is essential.
• Technical Skills: Strong accounting knowledge with advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial modelling).
• Analytical Ability: High attention to detail with the ability to interpret and present financial data clearly.
• Communication: Confident communicator, able to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Organisation: Strong time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Player: Collaborative and proactive, with the ability to work effectively across departments.