Location: On-site (Manufacturing)Salary: £47,000

We're looking for a Financial Accountant to support the delivery of accurate financial reporting and strong controls within a busy manufacturing site. This is a hands-on role with broad exposure across operations, working closely with teams to ensure financial integrity and continuous improvement.

• Maintain balance sheet integrity through monthly reconciliations, review of accruals and provisions, and timely resolution of outstanding items

• Manage invoice issues (blocked/parked), identifying root causes and working cross-functionally to improve processes

• Partner with Supply Chain on inventory forecasting and stock provisions, ensuring accuracy and clear understanding of movements

• Support delivery of weekly and monthly reporting, including site submissions and performance tracking

• Take ownership of VAT processes and coordinate with Group Tax on reporting requirements and queries

• Strengthen financial controls across journals, purchase requisitions, and key processes, investigating and challenging discrepancies

• Support audit requirements and contribute to year-end activities

• Assist with daily billing, key reconciliations (e.g. GRIR), and provide cover for other finance roles when needed

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

• Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment preferred

• Strong attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving approach

• Comfortable working cross-functionally and challenging where needed

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