Are you a hands‑on, commercially minded Management Accountant with experience in manufacturing? Do you enjoy partnering with operations, driving insight, and influencing performance on‑site? If so, this could be an excellent next step.
We are working with a leading food manufacturing business in Rochdale that is looking to appoint a proactive Site Management Accountant. This is a highly visible role where you will support operational decision‑making, improve cost control, and ensure the accuracy of financial information across the site.
What you’ll be doing
* Partnering with site leadership and operational teams to deliver high‑quality financial analysis and guidance.
* Developing, maintaining, and reviewing product costing models to ensure accuracy and profitability.
* Monitoring and reporting on manufacturing variances, overhead absorption, and stock valuations.
* Providing clear, actionable insights to support efficiency improvements and cost reduction.
* Preparing monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts for the site.
* Supporting capital investment appraisals and project costing.
* Ensuring compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
* Acting as the key link between finance and operations, building strong, effective relationships.
What we’re looking for
* CIMA / ACCA qualified, part‑qualified, or QBE with strong manufacturing finance experience.
* Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG is highly desirable.
* Background in site‑based finance roles with exposure to costing and operational analysis.
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Effective communication and stakeholder management.
* Hands‑on, collaborative approach with the ability to work closely with operations.
* Confidence with ERP systems and advanced Excel.
* Commercially focused, detail‑driven, and proactive.
* Comfortable working on-site in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
* Capable of balancing long‑term strategic insight with day‑to‑day financial control.
What’s on offer
* A key role in shaping and improving financial performance at site level.
* Supportive, collaborative working environment.
* Competitive salary circa £48,000 – £60,000 + benefits.
* Opportunities for growth and development within a successful, expanding food manufacturing group.
If you’re ready to make an impact and partner closely with an energetic operations team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for more information