Management Accountant (Manufacturing)At a GlanceQualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)Manufacturing environment, cost accounting focusNewry based, with travel to a nearby production siteCompetitive salary and benefits packageOpportunity to shape how finance supports a growing operational businessAbout the CompanyA well-established, family-owned business with multiple sites across Northern Ireland and ROI and a strong reputation built on quality, reliability and long-standing customer relationships. The business operates across several divisions and is currently investing in the development of its finance function to better support operational decision making across the group.The RoleA hands-on management accounting role with a strong cost accounting and manufacturing focus. You will work across multiple departments within the group, providing critical financial insight to drive profitability through cost control, variance analysis and inventory management. This is a key role within the finance team with real scope to influence how financial information is used across the business.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn cost accounting across raw materials, labour and overheads, leading month-end stock takes, reconciliations and valuationsAnalyse performance through detailed variance analysis, identifying discrepancies between standard and actual costs to drive waste reduction and margin improvementProduce monthly management accounts, balance sheets and cash flow reports, ensuring compliance with financial controls and audit requirementsManage annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, providing insight to support operational decision makingPartner with sales and operations teams to enhance reporting and deliver clear, actionable financial data to non-finance stakeholdersWhat You'll NeedEssential:Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Proven experience in a manufacturing, production or engineering environmentStrong understanding of standard costing and variance analysisAnalytical with the ability to influence operational stakeholdersFull driving licence valid in the UK and access to a carDesirable:Experience working across multiple entities or group structuresTrack record of process improvement within a finance functionWhy ApplyCompetitive salary and benefits packageGenuine opportunity for career development within a growing groupFor more information, please contact Gemma Murphy in confidence.Skills:Management accountant Commercial Accounting Group AccountingBenefits:Work From HomeWHJS1_NI