Management Accountant

Job Title: Management Accountant

Location: Coventry, UK

Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon-Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).

Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent and Hybrid (3-4 days in the office and subject to operational needs)

Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 per annum (subject to experience)

JOB SUMMARY

Drive Financial Excellence and Business Growth at NP Aerospace!

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant looking to make a real impact in an innovative and growing company? At NP Aerospace, we are at the forefront of ballistic personal protection and military vehicle integration, supporting critical defence operations worldwide.

As a Management Accountant , you’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and operational analysis in a fast-paced finance function.

With NP Aerospace experiencing significant growth since 2018, and further expansion on the horizon, you’ll be instrumental in improving core financial processes. From costing and variance analysis, intercompany pricing, and cash flow management to monthly management accounts, statutory reporting, and audit scheduling, you’ll drive efficiencies and enhance financial insight across the business.

Beyond transactional finance, you’ll support the company’s transformation by developing analytical reporting, strengthening business partnering, and working closely with the Financial Controller and Finance Director to make finance a more strategic function. With reporting split between our Armour and Vehicle divisions, this role sits within the Armour division.

You’ll need strong Excel skills, a hands-on approach, and a ‘can-do’ attitude to tackle diverse challenges.

While based in Coventry, occasional UK and international travel may be required to collaborate with key stakeholders.

Are you up for the challenge and ready to make a difference? Read on and visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!

BENEFITS

• Discretionary Half Year Bonus
• Hybrid Working (subject to operational needs)
• Flexible working hours (subject to operational needs)
• Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists to attend yearly training/camp
• Pension – ER/EE – 4%/5% = 9% combined
• Life Cover – 3 x base salary
• BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

MAIN JOB DUTIES

As Management Accountant , you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, providing insightful analysis, and supporting strategic decision-making across NP Aerospace’s UK and Canadian operations. Your key responsibilities will include:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Monthly Management Accounts – Prepare and deliver comprehensive management accounts, including group and external reporting, variance analysis, and insightful commentary.
• Balance Sheet & Reconciliations – Perform thorough balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all financial data is accurate and up to date.
• Accruals & Adjustments – Calculate, post, and reconcile accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Fixed Assets Management – Maintain fixed asset registers, calculate depreciation, and process relevant journal entries.
• Cash Flow & Foreign Exchange – Oversee cash flow reporting and forecasting while monitoring foreign exchange fluctuations and their financial impact.

Costing & Inventory Management

• Standard & Current Costing – Maintain and update standard and actual costs for both purchased and manufactured items to ensure accurate financial planning.
• Inventory Control – Oversee inventory management, ensuring strong controls, reconciliations, and reporting accuracy.

Compliance, Audit & Taxation

• Audit Support – Assist the Financial Controller in managing internal and external audit processes, ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Sales Tax & Compliance – Calculate and report sales taxes in line with UK and Canadian tax regulations.
• Statutory Reporting – Ensure all statutory financial reporting requirements are met accurately and on time.

Business Partnering & Functional Development

• Operational & Engineering Finance Partnering – Work closely with senior management in Operations and Engineering to provide financial insights that drive informed decision-making.
• Sales & Order Intake Reporting – Track, analyse, and report on key sales and order intake statistics to support business forecasting and strategy.
• Finance Team Development – Support the Finance Director in driving continuous improvements within the Finance function, enhancing processes, systems, and reporting capabilities.

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required. NP Aerospace is evolving and so is the recruitment strategy.

CRITICAL OUTPUTS

• Achieving all appropriate reporting deadlines.
• Ensuring solid and consistent internal control practices are applied across the business.
• Improve current Finance processes allocated as accountabilities.

EXPERIENCE

• Part-Qualified or Fully Qualified Accountant – CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven Experience in Finance Process Improvement – Demonstrated ability to enhance financial reporting processes, improve functionality, and drive efficiencies.
• Broad Finance Expertise – Strong all-round finance experience, ideally gained within a fast-growing or evolving business environment .
• Strong Communication & Stakeholder Management Skills – A confident communicator who can build effective relationships across all business functions, influencing decision-making and driving collaboration.

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives , and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers’ complex challenges. Our values – Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement : NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.

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