Job Description
A growing and established manufacturing business based in Kent is looking to appoint a Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to develop their commercial finance skills within a fast-paced operational environment.
Working closely with senior stakeholders across finance and the wider business, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting decision-making, and providing valuable insight into business performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
- Provide financial insight and commentary to support business performance discussions.
- Partner with operational teams to improve financial understanding and decision-making.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
- Analyse costs, margins and operational performance to identify trends and opportunities.
- Assist with month-end close activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop reporting and processes to enhance visibility of financial performance.
About You:
- Part-qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) or Qualified.
- Minimum 2 years' experience within management accounting, commercial finance or finance business partnering.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful insight.
- Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering, FMCG or product-based environment would be advantageous.
- Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships with non-finance stakeholders.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems would be beneficial.
The Opportunity:
This role offers the chance to join a successful manufacturing organisation where you will gain broad exposure across management accounting, commercial finance and business partnering. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career within a supportive and growing finance function.
Location: Kent
Salary: Competitive + benefits (dependent on experience)
Qualification: Part-qualified / Qualified
Locations
Management Accountant in Aylesford, Kent employer: KennedyPearce Consulting
As a leading financial service firm based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our commitment to operational excellence is matched by our dedication to providing comprehensive benefits and unique opportunities for professional advancement, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the financial sector.
