Full job descriptionManagement Accountant


Location: Blackburn
Salary: To 45k + benefits package
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent


Reed Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing manufacturing business to recruit a Management Accountant.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a well-established business during an exciting period of growth. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in supporting financial performance, driving process improvements and delivering accurate, insightful financial reporting.
The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience in a manufacturing environment and be comfortable working across both management accounting and operational finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
*Preparation of monthly management accounts, including detailed variance analysis and commentary
*Maintaining the fixed asset register and ensuring accuracy of financial records
*Managing accruals and prepayments
*Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns
*Reconciling balance sheet accounts and intercompany balances
*Supporting debtor ledger management and resolving financial discrepancies
*Monitoring stock movements, stock valuation and inventory reporting
*Reviewing manufacturing costs and margins, identifying trends and variances
*Collaborating with production, warehouse and procurement teams to provide financial insight
*Assisting with internal and external audits
*Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reporting, controls and efficiencies
*Producing ad-hoc analysis and reports for senior stakeholders
About You
*Previous experience within a manufacturing environment
*Experience working with ERP systems
*Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
*Proficient in Microsoft Excel and wider Microsoft Office applications
*Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines
What’s on Offer?
*Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious manufacturing business
*Exposure to senior stakeholders and key business decision-making
*Supportive and collaborative working environment
*Opportunity to influence processes and drive improvements
*Long-term career development opportunities
If you are an experienced Management Accountant looking for a varied role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you, please email