Management Accountant

Tewkesbury (Hybrid)
Engineering sector

Join a high-performance, collaborative finance team within a globally recognised engineering organisation. My client is known for its strong performance culture, where innovation, trust, and collaboration drive success. We partnering them with the recruitment of a Management Accountant to join our growing team in Tewkesbury, playing a key role in delivering insightful financial analysis and supporting business decision-making.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be an integral member of a small, high-impact finance team. This role offers a blend of cost accounting, business partnering, and financial analysis, providing exposure across multiple departments.You will take ownership of product costing, margin analysis, and financial controls, while supporting stakeholders with meaningful insights to drive performance.

Key Responsibilities
Financial & Project Accounting

• Deliver detailed sales and margin variance analysis at project level
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Act as a trusted finance business partner across operations
• Support internal and external audits
• Manage Innovate UK claims and contract journals
• Maintain the fixed asset register and monitor capital expenditure

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop and enhance forecasting models
• Calculate product costs and departmental rates
• Support stakeholders with financial planning and analysis
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives

About You

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who can translate data into meaningful insights.

Essential:

• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles
• Strong understanding of audit and compliance processes
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a dynamic environment

Desirable:

• Professional qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Continuous improvement mindset

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working and flexible benefits
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support, and financial advice
• Access to on-site gym facilities
• Company pension (from 6%) and life assurance
• Employee share options and EV charging

Why Join my client?

This is an opportunity to be part of a trusted, collaborative culture where your input is valued and your development is supported. You'll gain exposure to technical costing, commercial finance, and transformation initiatives in a business that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Apply Now

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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