Management Accountant

Management Accountant

Full-Time 40500 - 49500 £ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Prepare management accounts and support operational teams with financial insights.
  • Company: Established manufacturing company in Hull, focused on growth and investment.
  • Benefits: Salary up to £55,000, bonus potential, and hybrid working options.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on business decisions and develop your finance career.
  • Qualifications: Qualified or part-qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA with management accounting experience.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.

Looking for a role where you’re close to the operation and your numbers actually shape decisions on the shop floor? This one’s worth a look. The business is an established manufacturing company based in Hull. They’re growing, they’re investing, and they need a Management Accountant who wants to get properly involved in the business rather than sit behind a spreadsheet all day.

Reporting into the Financial Controller, you’ll own the monthly management accounts and be a go-to person for operational and commercial teams who want to understand what’s driving performance.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Preparing monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Month-end and year-end close, working to tight reporting deadlines
  • Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns, making sure they’re accurate and compliant with MTD
  • Reviewing VAT treatment on sales and purchases, including imports, exports and EU transactions
  • Reconciling the VAT control account and dealing with HMRC queries when they come up
  • Variance analysis against budget and forecast, with clear commentary on what’s behind the numbers
  • Supporting the annual budget and rolling forecasts
  • Stock and WIP reconciliations, plus standard costing and margin analysis
  • Working with production and operations teams to improve cost visibility
  • Supporting the year-end audit and preparing working papers
  • Getting involved in ad hoc projects and process improvements across the finance function

What they’re looking for:

  • Qualified or part-qualified (CIMA, ACCA or ACA)
  • Management accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing or another stock-heavy environment
  • Hands‑on VAT experience, including preparing and submitting returns
  • Strong Excel skills and comfort working with an ERP system
  • Someone who can explain the numbers clearly to non-finance people
  • A proactive approach and the confidence to challenge and improve how things are done

What’s on offer:

  • Salary of up to £55,000
  • A visible role in a business where finance has a real voice
  • Room to develop as the business grows
  • Bonus of up to 10%
  • Hybrid working

If this sounds like you, apply now!

Management Accountant employer: Axon Moore

Axon Moore is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Central Manchester. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides ample opportunities for professional advancement while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. The hybrid working model enhances work-life balance, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a high-growth B2B firm.

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Contact Details:

Axon Moore Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Management Accountant

Management Accounting
VAT Compliance
Accruals and Prepayments
Balance Sheet Reconciliations
Variance Analysis
Budgeting and Forecasting
Stock and WIP Reconciliations