Full job descriptionYour new company
Your new company is a leader in their field based in Stoke-on-Trent and are looking for a fully qualified Management Accountant who is looking to develop into a Financial Controller position over the next 2 years.

Your new role
Your new role will include but not be limited to:
Management Accountant (Progression to Financial Controller - 2 Year Pathway)


*Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis and commentary
*Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
*Assist with group reporting, statutory accounts, and external audits
*Ensure tax and regulatory compliance
*Support payroll and pension submissions
*Maintain financial records
*Monitor foreign currency transactions and investment reporting
*Assist with oversight of international subsidiary
*Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and reporting

Progression Responsibilities (Over 2 Years):


*Take ownership of full financial control, including internal controls and risk management
*Lead and develop the finance team
*Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy
*Manage cash flow and treasury
*Provide commercial insight and decision support to the MD
*Lead group reporting and statutory compliance

Additional Development Areas:


*Company secretarial duties: statutory records, Companies House filings, board support, governance
*HR support: recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and workforce planning
*IT oversight: liaise with providers, support systems optimisation and data protection
*Operational support: collaborate across teams, improve efficiency, support cost and performance management

What you’ll need to succeed
*ACCA/ CIMA Qualified
*Experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role (manufacturing experience desirable).
*Strong understanding of management accounting principles and financial reporting.
*Progress into a Financial Controller role within a structured timeframe.
*Experience with ERP/accounting systems (IRIS Exchequer advantageous).
*Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
*Proactive attitude with the ability to take ownership and develop into a leadership role.
*High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commercial awareness.



What you’ll get in return
*Salary c.£60,000
*Progression role to Financial Controller
*On-site working
*Monday to Friday 8am-5pm
*25 days holiday + bank holidays


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