Job description
Management Accountant
Location: Inverness (Hybrid working may be offered once established in the role) Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established business based in Inverness to recruit a Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant looking to develop their career within a fast-paced production environment.
The role would suit a newly qualified or recently qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA accountant seeking their first move into industry, as well as individuals with relevant manufacturing or management accounting experience. You will work closely with operational and senior management teams, providing financial insight to support key business decisions and drive performance improvements across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts, including commentary and variance analysis.
- Support the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
- Produce timely and accurate management information to aid decision making.
- Monitor manufacturing costs, margins and operational performance.
- Analyse production variances and identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency.
- Assist with inventory accounting, stock reconciliations and valuation processes.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and ensure financial controls are maintained.
- Support month-end and year-end reporting activities.
- Work closely with production and operational teams to provide financial insight and challenge.
- Work closely with the site GM.
- Assist with cash flow forecasting and financial performance analysis.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements across finance and operations.
- Assist with audits and statutory reporting requirements as required.
About You
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or those nearing completion of their studies.
- Newly qualified accountants looking for their first step into industry are encouraged to apply.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.
- A proactive and commercially minded approach.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience within manufacturing, production, engineering or a similar operational environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to join a growing and successful manufacturing business.
- Exposure to operational and commercial aspects of the business.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Hybrid working arrangements may be available following an initial onboarding period.
Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Management Accountant (Industry) in Inverness employer: Brook Street Rebrand
As a leading chartered accountancy practice located in the heart of Belfast, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee development and career progression. Our flexible, hybrid working model allows for a healthy work-life balance, while our commitment to mentorship ensures that you will have ample opportunities to grow and excel in your role as a Senior Audit Manager.
