Management Accountant Hook, Hampshire (2 days in office) | Regular travel to Grimsby, Derby & Corby
£50,000-£60,000 + 10% Bonus
Permanent, full-time role
I am recruiting on behalf of a well-known fast-growing, tech-enabled consumer business that is transforming the way a traditional industry operates. With multiple large-scale operational sites across the UK, they’re now looking for a Site Accountant to take ownership of financial reporting and controls for key production locations.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys being close to operations, influencing decision-making on site, and working with high-value inventory in a fast-paced environment.
The Role You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day accounting and reporting for one or two major operational sites, working closely with site leadership and a Finance Business Partner to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial information.
This is not a desk-only role, you’ll regularly visit sites in Grimsby, Derby and Corby, building strong relationships with operational teams and gaining a real understanding of how the business runs on the ground.
Key responsibilities include:
*Producing monthly site management accounts, including accruals, prepayments and deferred income
*Full general ledger ownership for your sites
*Balance sheet reconciliations and analysis, including inventory and work-in-progress
*Supporting and attending stock counts, investigating and resolving variances
*Variance analysis against forecast and budget with clear commentary
*Managing cost recharges and intercompany reconciliations
*Presenting monthly financial performance to operational stakeholders
*Partnering with site leadership to identify cost efficiencies and process improvements
*Supporting budgets, forecasts, and year-end audit
This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership and partnering with operational teams rather than working purely in head office finance.
Person specification
*Experience in accounting and reporting for large operational sites
*Strong understanding of inventory, WIP, and balance sheet control
*Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-moving environment
*ACCA/CIMA or ACA qualified
*Experience improving financial or operational processes
*Confidence presenting financial information to non-finance stakeholders
*Strong Excel skills; experience with ERP systems such as Business Central is a bonus
You’ll need to be well organised, detail-focused, and comfortable balancing hands-on finance with stakeholder engagement on site.
The Package *£50,000-£60,000 salary (depending on experience)
*10% discretionary bonus
*25 days holiday + bank holidays
*Employer pension contribution
*Hybrid working - 2 days per week in Hook, Hampshire office
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.