PowerPhotonic has an exciting opportunity for a part time Management Accountant to join our Finance team based in Dalgety Bay, Fife.
Company Overview
PowerPhotonic is a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision micro-optics for laser systems used in defence, biomedical, fusion energy and other advanced technology markets.
Our world-class design capability is supported by a highly innovative and flexible manufacturing process developed in-house. This unique combination enables us to deliver differentiated, high-performance optical solutions to customers operating at the cutting edge of technology.
Management Accountant (Part-Time, 20 Hours per Week)
What is Involved
The primary areas of focus will be to:
- Own the monthly management accounting and product costing processes
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts for UK and US operations
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis and management commentary
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities across the business
- Maintain standard costs and ensure product costing data remains accurate and robust
- Analyse manufacturing margins and investigate labour, material and overhead variances
- Support inventory valuation reviews and stock provisioning processes
- Support ongoing ERP implementation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide financial insight and analysis to support operational and commercial decision-making
- Assist with audit preparation and statutory reporting activities
Technical Expertise
Candidates should have experience or understanding of:
- Management accounting within a manufacturing environment
- Product costing, standard costing and inventory accounting
- Manufacturing variance analysis and margin reporting
- Budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
- ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
- Multi-entity and intercompany accounting environments
- Working with operational and engineering teams to improve business performance
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Qualified accountant or qualified by experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Previous experience in a Management Accountant role within a manufacturing environment
- Strong experience in product costing, inventory accounting and variance analysis
- Experience preparing monthly management accounts, forecasts and budgets
- Strong Excel and ERP systems experience
- Ability to challenge and influence operational stakeholders
Desirable
- Experience working on group accounts, intercompany transactions and consolidations
- Experience supporting ERP implementation projects
- Previous experience using Infor ERP
- Experience working with auditors and supporting statutory accounts preparation
- Experience operating within an international trading environment
Working With Us
Contract Type: Part-time (c.20 hours per week)
Location: Dalgety Bay, Fife
Join Us
If you are motivated by delivering high-quality financial information, driving business insight and working closely with operational teams in a technically advanced manufacturing environment, PowerPhotonic offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a growing international business.
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Management Accountant (P/T) in Dalgety Bay employer: PowerPhotonic
PowerPhotonic is an exceptional employer located in Dalgety Bay, Fife, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation thrives. As a leader in photonics, we provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth and development while working on cutting-edge technologies that impact critical sectors like defence and biomedical. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture that values creativity and teamwork, ensuring you make a meaningful contribution to the future of laser systems.
