Management Accountant

  • Hays
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Mar 05, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Permanent Management Accountant job with a dynamic manufacturing company in Manchester.

About the Company:
Join a leading global manufacturer that's invested heavily in growth and innovation. With a superb product range and a fast-paced, high-volume environment, finance is at the heart of our success.
The Role:
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll own the General Ledger and Balance Sheet integrity, drive the month-end close, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. This is a hands-on role where accuracy and speed matter.
Key Responsibilities:

Financial Control: Full ownership of the General Ledger, reconciliations, stock reconciliations and supplier statements.Month-End: Deliver P&L and Balance Sheet within 7 days, manage accruals, prepayments, and payroll journals.Compliance: VAT returns, ONS submissions, and audit support.Fixed Assets: depreciation postings.Reporting: Weekly accounts and overhead analysis.Budgeting: Assist with annual budgets and forecasts.
What We're Looking For:Part-qualified, actively studying, or stopped studier QBE Accountant.Strong foundation in management accounting and good Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP).A commercially aware and detail-driven individual, able to thrive under pressure, looking to progress and develop a career in accounting.Excellent communicator with a proactive mindset, able to liaise with various stakeholders.Team orientated with a can-do attitude.
Why Join Us?Be part of a business that values innovation and continuous improvement.Play a critical role in shaping financial accuracy and compliance.A good benefits package includes: 25 holidays, study support, free on-site parking, contributory pension and discretionary bonus.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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