Are you a commercially minded Financial Accountant with a passion for manufacturing and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in environments where you can influence change, drive automation, and improve processes? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We are seeking a Financial Accountant to join our manufacturing site, initially based fully on-site to embed within operations and build strong cross-functional relationships. Following this period, there will be discussions around hybrid working arrangements. The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting while partnering closely with site operations to enhance performance, controls, and efficiency. This is more than a traditional reporting role - we're looking for someone who can challenge the status quo, influence stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement across systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting Balance sheet reconciliations and statutory compliance support Partnering with operational teams to provide insight and challenge Driving automation initiatives and improving financial and operational processes Supporting and enhancing Continuous Improvement (CI) systems Strengthening internal controls within a manufacturing environment Managing and developing one direct report Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis activities About You ACCA or CIMA qualified (or Qualified by Experience - QBE) Proven finance experience within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of cost accounting and operational finance Demonstrable experience improving systems, processes, and automation Confident communicator with strong influencing and stakeholder management skills Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable working on-site within a production setting Experience managing or mentoring team members What We Offer Opportunity to make a tangible impact within a manufacturing operation Autonomy to lead process improvements and automation initiatives Supportive leadership and scope to shape the role Hybrid working discussions following initial on-site integration Competitive salary and benefits package