We are partnering with a successful Engineering Distribution and Manufacturing business to appoint a commercially driven Management Accountant This is a high-impact position for someone confident, analytical, and strong-willed, with a proven ability to cut costs, challenge inefficiencies, and improve profitability. You will have the opportunity to build a finance team as the company grows further. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis Identify overspending, inefficiencies, and margin improvement opportunities Drive cost reduction and profitability initiatives across operations Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Improve financial controls, reporting accuracy, and processes Analyse product, customer, and operational profitability Provide commercial insight to support pricing, purchasing, and investment decisions Develop and scale the finance function over time Skills Required Qualified (Preferred) or part-qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent) Experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Distribution preferred Strong in cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis Confident, resilient, and comfortable challenging spending and decision-making Able to build systems, processes, and structure from scratch Strong Excel and financial systems skills On Offer Competitive Salary, 31 days Annual Leave, Pension, Flexibility offered around working hours (27 - 37 hours per week) Newly created role with real influence and autonomy Opportunity to shape financial strategy and drive business performance Clear progression to Finance Manager / Head of Finance Competitive salary, stability, and long-term career growth Contact Judith for further information Skills: Accountant Cost Accounting Management Accountant Variance Analysis Forecasting