At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare monthly management accounts and support budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Company: Join a well-established manufacturing business with a global presence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, clear progression opportunities, and supportive team culture.
- Other info: On-site parking and EV charging available.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a growing company with long-term stability and career growth.
- Qualifications: 4-5 years of experience in manufacturing finance and strong technical accounting skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client is a well-established manufacturing business with a strong global presence and a track record of continued investment and growth. They offer a collaborative, supportive environment and long-term career opportunities.
Job Description
- Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts within a structured and time-sensitive reporting cycle
- Manage accruals, prepayments, FX adjustments and maintain strong balance sheet integrity
- Produce variance analysis with clear commentary to support operational and strategic decisions
- Support budgeting, forecasting and ongoing financial planning activities
- Take ownership of stock accounting and cost analysis, critical within a manufacturing environment
- Work closely with internal teams to provide insight and support business performance
- Assist with audits, tax compliance and liaise with external stakeholders including HMRC
- Identify and drive improvements across processes, controls and reporting
The Successful Applicant
- Proven manufacturing background (automotive, aerospace, engineering or similar), with a strong understanding of stock, product costing and operational finance
- Minimum 4-5 years' experience
- Driven, proactive and ambitious, with the confidence to challenge and improve processes rather than just maintain them
- Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or strong finalist/part-qualified in exceptional cases)
- Strong technical accounting skills, including balance sheet management, accruals, prepayments and FX
- Experience of delivering accurate month-end reporting within tight deadlines
- Confident working with audits, compliance and external stakeholders (e.g. HMRC)
- Strong interpersonal skills, able to build relationships across finance and operations
- Comfortable working independently within an on-site, hands-on environment
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of 40,000 - 50,000, depending on experience and background
- Clear progression opportunities, with potential to develop towards a Finance Manager role
- Join a well-established, growing manufacturing business with continued investment and long-term stability
- Supportive team culture with low staff turnover and strong leadership
- On-site parking and EV charging available
Management Accountant in Gloucester employer: Michael Page International
Join a well-established manufacturing business in Gloucestershire that prioritises employee growth and offers a supportive team culture. With competitive salaries and clear progression pathways towards roles like Finance Manager, this company fosters a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and long-term stability is assured. Enjoy the benefits of on-site parking and EV charging while being part of a team with low staff turnover and strong leadership.
Contact Details:
Michael Page International Recruitment Team
