Up to £40,000 + bonus | Clear progression   I am assisting a well-established, privately owned manufacturing business on a retained basis to find them a hands-on Management Accountant to step into a newly created role with genuine long-term progression.   This is a key position acting as the bridge between the Finance Director and a junior accountant, with real ownership of month-end, management accounts, and financial reporting. You'll also play a central role in an upcoming finance systems upgrade to Microsoft Dynamics, giving you exposure to a major change project.  What you'll be doing

• Owning the month-end process and producing full management accounts
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and commercial analysis
• Strengthening financial controls and processes
• Working closely with operations to drive insight and decision-making
• Supporting a major ERP implementation

• Management Accountant, part or fully qualified (CIMA / ACCA) or equivalent experience
• Confident owning month-end and working autonomously
• Manufacturing experience helpful but not essential
• Ambitious and looking for a clear route to Head of Finance over time

• Clear 5-7 year succession plan
• Stable, profitable business with low staff turnover
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects
• Study support on offer for the right person