Management Accountant

Management Accountant - Slough - £40,000 / £50,000 - Hybrid Working

About the Client Wade Macdonald are currently working with a well-established SME within the Manufacturing sector. They have a close-knit team and offer employees the opportunity to take on a varied role with broad exposure across the finance function. They believe in empowering their employees with the tools and trust they need to make impactful decisions.

About the Job An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a growing finance team, taking ownership of the UK management accounts process. This is a broad and hands-on role with responsibility for financial reporting, inventory analysis and supporting key business decisions, making it ideal for someone looking to develop their career within a manufacturing environment.

Duties will include:

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• Preparing monthly management accounts and supporting month-end and year-end close.
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• Producing financial reports to aid business performance and decision-making.
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• Managing prepayments, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
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• Analysing inventory and stock movements, providing regular reporting.
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• Reviewing cost of sales and identifying trends or variances.
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• Working closely with colleagues across the business to provide financial support and insight.
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• Assisting with continuous improvements to finance processes and reporting.
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• Using the organisation's ERP system to maintain accurate financial records.
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About the Successful Applicant The successful candidate will have previous experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role, ideally within a manufacturing environment. You will be part-qualified or qualified by experience, with strong reporting skills, confidence working across teams and a proactive approach to learning. Experience with ERP systems would be advantageous.

What You Will Receive in Return In return, you will receive, a hybrid working arrangement (3 days in the office and 2 from home), 25 days' annual leave, a 10.5% employer pension contribution, a healthcare scheme, life assurance and the opportunity to join a supportive organisation offering a varied role with excellent exposure and future development opportunities.