Job Description:

Are you a part‑qualified Management Accountant who thrives in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment? We are working with an international manufacturing business who are scaling rapidly. If a role where your insight genuinely shapes operational performance, this could be perfect for your next step!

PQ Management Accountant
Permanent
Full Time Hours
Wetherby - Office based initially, but hybrid work is available.
Salary - up to £47,000

What you'll be doing

• Reporting into the Finance Leadership Team, you'll take ownership of delivering accurate reporting, meaningful analysis, and operational support across the site.
• Monthly management accounts including P&L and balance sheet
• Insightful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decisions
• Budgeting & forecasting across multiple departments
• Variance analysis and performance monitoring
• Cost‑control initiatives and continuous improvement projects
• Stock & inventory support, including counts, valuation, and reconciliation
• Internal controls & audit compliance
• Business partnering with operational managers to improve performance
• Identifying process and systems improvements to enhance efficiency

What you'll bring

• Part‑qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA / CPA
• Experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong background producing monthly accounts to tight deadlines
• Confident with ERP systems and advanced Excel
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Highly organised, analytical, and commercially aware
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Collaborative, approachable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

What you'll get in return

• A chance to join a business that genuinely invests in its people and offers clear progression opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative culture
• Real career development and study support
• Exposure to senior stakeholders
• A varied, commercially focused role
• The opportunity to influence performance and drive change

What you need to do now
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has built some good experience and is looking for their next challenge where they can continue to grow. Please contact Nicola Meston at Hays today to express your interest by sending your CV

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