Management Accountant / £45,000 – £55,000 + Benefits / Trafford Park / Manufacturing Sector / Hybrid Working
Management Accountant Benefits
* Competitive Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
* Hybrid Working Available
* Company Pension Scheme
* Annual Bonus Potential
* Study Support (if required)
* Career Progression Opportunities
* On-Site Parking
* Growing and Stable Manufacturing Business
NC Associates are working in partnership with a well-established and growing Manufacturing business based in Trafford Park to recruit a Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a fast‑paced and commercially driven organisation where you will play a key role in financial reporting, cost analysis, and supporting operational decision‑making.
This role is ideal for someone with strong management accounts experience who thrives in a manufacturing or stock‑focused environment and enjoys working closely with operational teams.
Management Accountant Responsibilities
* Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis
* Producing accurate month‑end reporting packs for senior leadership
* Business partnering with operational and production teams across the manufacturing site
* Monitoring manufacturing costs, margins, overheads, and stock movements
* Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planning
* Reviewing and analysing inventory levels, WIP, and cost variances
* Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and month‑end controls
* Supporting year‑end audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements
* Providing financial insight to improve efficiency, profitability, and cost control
* Identifying process improvements across reporting and finance operations
* Supporting wider commercial finance projects when required
Management Accountant Experience Required
To be successful in your application, you should have the following experience:
Essential:
* ACCA / CIMA qualified, part‑qualified, or QBE
* Previous experience as a Management Accountant or similar finance role
* Experience working within manufacturing, engineering, or stock‑led environments
* Strong month‑end and management accounts experience
* Excellent Excel and analytical skills
* Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
* Strong communication skills with the ability to partner with non‑finance stakeholders
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced operational environment
Desirable:
* Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Dynamics, or similar
* Exposure to stock accounting, WIP, and cost accounting
* Experience improving finance processes and reporting efficiency
What’s on Offer?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing Trafford Park‑based manufacturing business where you will have real commercial exposure, work closely with operations, and contribute directly to business performance and strategic decision‑making.
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