Management Accountant

Bradford | Full Time | Study Support Available

Are you a part-qualified accountant looking to join a successful, growing manufacturing business where you can genuinely make an impact?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and financially secure manufacturing and distribution business that is undergoing an exciting period of transformation. With ambitious growth plans, significant investment in systems, and a collaborative finance team, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a commercially focused environment.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Finance Director and working within a close-knit finance team, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting business decisions, and helping drive improvements across finance processes.

This is an exciting time to join, with the business implementing a new ERP system, giving you the opportunity to be involved in systems development, reporting enhancements, and process improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts with meaningful analysis and commentary.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the integrity of financial records.
• Support multiple group entities, ensuring consistent financial reporting and compliance.
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Support VAT returns, corporation tax processes and wider statutory compliance.
• Produce product costing information and support costing activities.
• Process staff expenses.
• Contribute to finance improvement projects and provide ad hoc analysis when required.
• Play an active role in the implementation of a new ERP system and the development of financial reporting and analytics.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a business that's investing in its future.

You'll ideally have:

• Part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent).
• Around two years' experience in a management accounting role.
• Previous experience within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Experience preparing management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Knowledge of audit support and tax compliance.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems or systems implementation would be advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.

What's on Offer?

• Genuine opportunity to influence finance processes during a major systems transformation.
• Stable, profitable and growing business with excellent long-term career prospects.
• Office-based role with occasional flexibility to work from home where required.
• Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (37.5 hours per week).
• Free secure onsite parking.
• Auto-enrolment pension.
• 28 days' holiday including bank holidays.

If you're looking for a role where you'll gain broad exposure, work closely with senior leadership and help shape the future of a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.