Senior Management Accountant
Blackburn, hybrid working
BBF
£60,000
Monday-Friday (9am-5pm)
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including full P&L and balance sheet analysis
- Lead month-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and variance analysis
- Ensure compliance with financial controls, policies, and procedures
- Support statutory reporting and audit processes
Business Partnering
- Act as a finance business partner to operational and site teams
- Provide financial insight and challenge to support decision-making
- Work closely with production teams to analyse efficiency, waste, and yield performance
- Support with Capex, payback analysis, and operational profitability
Costing & Manufacturing Finance
- Maintain and develop standard costing models
- Analyse production variances (labour, materials, overheads) and identify improvement opportunities
- Monitor inventory valuation and stock controls
- Support cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Drive the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles
- Collaborate with department heads to develop realistic financial plans
- Track performance against budget and provide actionable insights
Process Improvement
- Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and reporting systems
- Drive efficiencies through automation and improved data analysis
- Contribute to finance transformation and system enhancements
Key Skills & Experience:
Essential:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
- Significant experience in a management accounting role within manufacturing (ideally food or FMCG)
- Strong understanding of standard costing and production finance
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
- Proven ability to influence and partner with non-finance stakeholders
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills
Desirable:
- Experience in a multi-site or fast-paced production environment
Key Competencies:
- Operational awareness and business acumen
- Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
What benefits do we offer?
Financial
- Competitive Salary
- 4x Life Assurance/Death in Service Benefit
- Access to the company Benefits Hub
- Access to Company Shop - a discounted re-distributor of surplus food
Health & Wellbeing
- 25 days holiday per annum (plus statutory holidays)
- Hybrid working
- 24/7 Access to a GP
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- 24/7 Bereavement Support
Personal & Professional Development
- Dedicated in-house Learning & Development/Training team
- Online training platform with access to 100+ training courses
A few other bits
- Quarterly and Yearly BBF Star Awards - recognising those who have gone above and beyond!
- Free on-site parking
Senior Management Accountant employer: Bright Blue Foods Limited
Bright Blue Foods Limited is an exceptional employer located in Blackburn, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide ample opportunities for growth within the food manufacturing sector, particularly in bakery innovation. Our commitment to quality and brand excellence ensures that every team member plays a vital role in bringing exciting new products to market.
