Management Accountant in Darwen

Management Accountant | Darwen | Up to £40K | Permanent

The Business

A well-established and growing organisation with a strong operational presence and complex supply chain. The business is continuing to invest in its finance function to support growth, improve reporting, and strengthen commercial decision-making. This is a fast-paced role that is based full-time in the office.

The Role

Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Management Accountant will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting and insight across the business. This is a hands‑on, commercially focused position with responsibility for management accounts, balance sheet control, costing, stock, and performance analysis. You will work closely with both finance and operational teams, supporting strategic decision‑making and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing monthly financial reports with clear analysis of performance against budget and prior periods
• Managing key balance sheet areas including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and reconciliations
• Overseeing inventory reporting, valuation, and movement analysis across the operation
• Reviewing cost performance, identifying variances and supporting margin improvement
• Supporting VAT reporting and compliance processes
• Managing intercompany balances and resolving discrepancies
• Working closely with operational teams to provide financial insight and challenge
• Supporting audit processes and internal financial controls
• Coaching and supporting junior finance team members
• Delivering ad-hoc commercial analysis to support business decisions

Benefits & Package

• Up to £40,000 p.a.
• Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm, Friday 8am – 4pm
• 30 days holiday inc. bank holidays
• 1 additional holiday day after 2 years’ service
• Onsite gym
• Staff discounts on company products
• Life Insurance Benefit
• Discounts on retail and high street products via rewards plan
• Staff socials – Christmas party, themed competitions, pizza truck
• Onsite parking

Please note: This role requires prior experience working in a large-scale manufacturing business (£50m+ ideally) or with stock, and someone comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Interested? Please apply with your CV attached and we\’ll be in touch should you be short listed.