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Management Accountant
Location: Halesowen
Salary: 32,000-35,500

A valued client of ours here at Gleeson, and a leading organisation is looking for an experienced and proactive Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional to play a key role in driving commercial performance and providing insightful business support.

The Role
As a Management Accountant, you will work closely with stakeholders across the business, providing financial insight, commercial support, and performance analysis. Through effective business partnering, you will help improve service levels, cost efficiency, and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with key financial and non-financial stakeholders to support operational and commercial decision making.

• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis to guide business unit performance.

• Manage financial risks and opportunities arising from contracts and balance sheet maintenance.

• Prepare and review key business reports, including month-end reporting, client reports, budgets, cash analysis, and ad-hoc reporting.

• Support operational teams in understanding and acting on financial reporting.

• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and business review processes.

• Assist with client tenders, negotiations, and capital expenditure appraisals.

• Promote effective working capital management through accurate billing, debt management, and timely query resolution.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety processes within the business.

• Build and maintain relationships across the organisation, supporting and mentoring junior team members.

Skills & Requirements:

• Part Qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ACA with relevant accounting experience.

• Experience in management accounting, including producing reports and analysis to support commercial decisions.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Proven experience in business partnering with non-finance professionals.

• Adaptable to changing business environments.

• Ideally experience with SAP or similar reporting tools

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey financial information clearly.

• Proactive, energetic, and self-motivated with strong organisational skills.

Benefits & Package:

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus

• Pension scheme and health care options

• Generous holiday allowance

• Professional development and training support

• Flexible working options (subject to business needs)

• Supportive team environment and strong career progression opportunities

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Management Accountant - Birmingham (Head Office)
Salary: 40k + excellent benefits |6 Month Contract | 35 hours per week

Are you a numbers-driven problem solver who thrives on turning financial data into actionable insights? Do you want to play a pivotal role in a dynamic, mission-driven organisation making a real impact across the UK?

We're recruiting on behalf of our client for a Management Accountant to join their Finance team at their Head Office in Birmingham. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a fantastic opportunity for a part qualified CIMA/ACCA professional to step into a role with real influence and visibility.

What you'll be doing:

• Producing accurate, insightful monthly management reporting packs for senior leadership.
• Partnering with budget holders to provide financial guidance, solve problems, and support them in achieving targets.
• Maintaining robust financial controls and reconciliations.
• Playing a key role in the budgeting, forecasting and audit processes .
• Supporting the development of systems and processes to strengthen financial management.

What we're looking for:

• Part-Qualified CIMA/ACCA Accountant with at least 2 years' management accounting experience.
• Technically strong with Excel and accounting systems (experience with Access Dimensions is a bonus).
• Confident, ambitious and motivated - someone who takes ownership and brings ideas to the table.
• Strong communicator with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary of 40,000 - 42,000
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays .
• Flexible working

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to support financial operations within a professional services organisation. Based in Macclesfield, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective cost management.

Client Details

Michael Page are working with an industry leading business based in Knutsford as they go through a period of continued growth. This Accountant role will be crucial in providing timely and accurate financial information for operating businesses and for Group reporting.

Description

Duties include:

• Completion of month end, seeing the process through from start to finish
• Preparation and posting of invoices, cashbooks and journals
• Using the trial balance to create a P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow statement
• Providing useful insight and commentary via variance analysis of actual performance versus budget
• Balance sheet reconciliations and completion of group reporting pack
• Management of debtors and credit control
• Work closely with our operational business leaders to provide financial support
• Work closely with the FP&A Manager on production of budgets and forecasts, including weekly cash forecasting
• Banking and payments, including monthly payment run
• KPI reporting for operational businesses
• Preparation of audit information
• Statutory accounts and tax, including corporation tax and VAT returns
• Adhere to Group policies and promote best practice around the Group

Profile

The candidate should have:

• Previous experience within a similar role - Required
• Experience liaising with senior stakeholders - Required
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel Required
• ACCA/CIMA part-qualified - Desirable
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Job Offer

This role will offer:

• Competitive salary of 35,000-40,000 per annum.
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• 25 days annual leave
• Flexibility around working hours
• Company pension scheme
• Access to continuous professional development and training resources.
• Study support package

Client Management Accountant
Gloucester
Salary £38-£42k with some flexibility for the right person
Free parking

What’s in it for you?

• Clear opportunities to progress and advance within the business
• Support for further qualifications

Must haves for a Management Accountant

• Strong management accounting expertise (budgets, forecasts, cash flow)
• Solid financial analysis skills with ability to spot trends and variances
• Proficiency with cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks)
• Clear communication skills to explain financial information to clients
• Strong client relationship skills, building trust and rapport
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

Nice to haves for a Management Accountant

• Experience with advanced reporting software/tools
• Ability to suggest and implement process improvements
• Commercial awareness to provide wider business insights
• Adaptability to client feedback and changing needs
• Awareness of sustainability and ethical business practices
• Ideally practice experience

Key Responsibilities for a Management Accountant

• Prepare and present accurate monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Support clients with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
• Provide analysis and insights to support decision-making
• Keep accounts up to date to ensure smooth year-end processes
• Build strong, long-term client relationships through clear reporting and advice
• Use cloud accounting and reporting software to deliver tailored insights
• Identify and recommend process improvements, embracing digital solutions
• Promote GM culture by modelling positive behaviours and supporting diversity
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate and consistent data entry across systems
• Act with confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity at all times
• Support initiatives to improve profitability, efficiency, and client service
• Promote sustainability by encouraging ethical and environmentally friendly practices

Interested? Send your most up-to-date CV to Cat at i2i recruitment today!

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The Management Accountant will play a vital role in supporting financial operations within the Manufacturing sector, ensuring accurate reporting and budget management.

This permanent position offers an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced and rewarding environment in Burton-on-Trent.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a medium-sized company operating within the Manufacturing industry in Burton-on-Trent.

They are known for their commitment to delivering high-quality products and fostering a professional work environment.

Description

• Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in creating and monitoring budgets and forecasts for the finance department.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making within the organisation.
• Maintain and reconcile financial records to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
• Support the preparation of year-end financial statements and liaise with auditors as required.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate funds for operational needs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations for improvement.

Profile

A successful Management Accountant should have:

• A professional accounting qualification or equivalent experience in the accounting and finance field.
• Experience in Manufacturing is essential.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities relevant to the Manufacturing sector.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of 45,000 to 50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Performance-based bonus to reward your contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the Manufacturing industry.
• A supportive and professional work environment in Burton-on-Trent.
• Generous holiday allowance to ensure work-life balance.

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting and finance career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Management Accountant role in Burton-on-Trent today!

Morgan McKinley are working with a growing business in Cirencester who are looking for a Management Accountant to join their team.

This Management Accountant role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and is keen to progress their career.

The responsibilities for this Management Accountant position include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• Accruals and prepayments
• Bank reconciliations
• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Assisting with audit

The ideal candidate:

• Newly qualified or part qualified - ACCA/CIMA
• Comfortable excel user - Lookups and Pivots
• Previous experience within management accounts
• Wants to work within a fast paced, dynamic environment

The package:

• Salary - 45,000 - 55,000 DOE
• Hybrid working - 2 days from home
• Onsite parking
• Study support if required
• 25 days holiday

Join a growing finance function within a highly innovative, international engineering business. This role will see you working closely with senior leadership, managing a small finance team, and taking ownership of the monthly management accounts process.

This is a hands-on position - ideal for a Management Accountant with strong manufacturing experience who enjoys improving processes, coaching others, and contributing to the overall success of the finance function.

What You'll Be Doing
Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts
Completing balance sheet reconciliations and adjustments
Reviewing and approving payment runs
Monitoring and forecasting company cash flow
Overseeing VAT returns, regulatory submissions, and the fixed asset register
Managing and developing a small purchase ledger and invoicing team
Leading preparation for year-end audits
Providing financial insight to support business decision-making

What You'll Bring
Part-qualified, fully qualified, or QBE with solid hands-on accounting experience
Manufacturing experience (essential) and strong systems knowledge
Team management experience with the ability to coach and develop others
Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and ability to meet deadlines under pressure
A proactive, inquisitive mindset with confidence to suggest process improvements

What You'll Get in Return
Competitive salary, depending on experience
A permanent, on-site role within a stable and collaborative team
A business that is growing, investing, and open to new ideas
Support for professional development and ongoing skills growth

The chance to make a real impact and be a key part of the finance function

Management Accountant (Retail Ops & Marketing) | Cheshire | Competitive base salary, 25 days holiday, wide range of discounts and benefits | FMCG and Retail

This is a large, well-known UK retailer with a strong brand and nationwide presence. Finance plays a central role in driving both operational efficiency and commercial decision-making, giving you visibility and impact across the business. The culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and being close to the action, rather than stuck in a back-office role.

It's an opportunity to develop in a complex, consumer-facing environment where your work has a clear link to business performance.

The Role:

We are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Management Accountant to join a collaborative finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll provide accurate, timely, and insightful reporting that supports decision-making across the wider business.

This role will support the retail teams with clear and insightful financial information to help drive performance and cost control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide robust financial control while developing effective relationships across retail operations and marketing teams to deliver support and actionable insights.
• Prepare periodic management accounts with detailed variance analysis for review by finance leadership and key stakeholders in retail and marketing.
• Execute department balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Contribute to the preparation of forecasts and budgets, measuring performance for store retail costs, marketing spend, and head office functions.
• Compile and distribute weekly reports that enhance decision-making for the business.
• Deliver insightful analysis to help operational and marketing teams understand cost drivers and proactively challenge areas of underperformance.
• Support team members and wider business with ad hoc duties as required

About You:

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) preferred but not essential.
• Strong commercial awareness with a keen eye for process improvement and value creation.
• Proactive, inquisitive mindset with a clear sense of accountability.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL/Azure is desirable.
• Previous exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 would be an advantage

What's on Offer:

• 30,000 - 40,000
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Private Healthcare
• Hybrid working

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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