Overview
Reference: acct
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000/annum
Job Location: United Kingdom -- England -- Yorkshire and the Humber -- West Yorkshire -- Wetherby
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 23 April 2026
Management Accountant – Engineering Background
Location: Wetherby, West Yorkshire
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (DOE)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are looking for a talented and commercially minded accountant to join a growing business based in Wetherby. This role is ideal for someone who has previously worked within an engineering or manufacturing environment and understands the financial drivers behind project‑based and operational businesses.
The Role
Reporting to senior management, you will play a key role in managing the company’s financial performance and supporting decision‑making across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Preparation of monthly management accounts
* Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
* Cost control and analysis, including project and job costing
* Supporting production/engineering teams with financial insight
* Balance sheet reconciliation and cash flow management
* Assisting with year‑end accounts and liaising with external accountants
* Driving process improvements and systems efficiency
About You
* ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or qualified by experience.
* Previous experience working in an engineering or manufacturing company is essential.
* Strong understanding of costings, margins, and commercial reporting.
* Confident communicator able to work with non‑finance stakeholders.
* Proactive, detail‑oriented, and solution‑focused.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000.
* Stable, well‑established business with ambitious growth plans.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunity to make a genuine impact within the organisation.
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