Management Accountant
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,000.0 to £49,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 46000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 January 2026 |
| Location: | Exeter, Devon, EX1 1QA |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4764157_1769157478 |
Summary
Your new company
A well‑established manufacturing business with operations across production, supply chain, and distribution is looking to strengthen its finance function with the addition of a Management Accountant. The organisation operates in a fast‑paced, cost‑focused environment where accurate reporting and commercial insight are critical to operational decision‑making.The business offers a stable working environment with clear processes, strong operational teams, and a focus on continuous improvement.Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Manager / Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the monthly management accounts and provide financial insight to support manufacturing and operational performance.Key responsibilities will include:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis
- Cost accounting across production, including standard costing and variance reporting
- Analysis of manufacturing overheads, labour and material costs
- Stock valuation, WIP reporting and reconciliation
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
- Cashflow forecasting and cost control
- Partnering with production, supply chain and operational managers
- Supporting year‑end processes, audits and statutory reporting
- Identifying process improvements and efficiencies within the finance function
This is a hands‑on role suited to someone comfortable working close to operations and providing commercial support to non‑finance stakeholders.What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a Management Accountant role
- Exposure to a manufacturing or production‑led environment
- Strong understanding of cost accounting, stock and variance analysis
- Good Excel skills and experience working with ERP / manufacturing systems
- Part‑qualified, qualified, or qualified‑by‑experience accountants considered
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with operational teams
- A proactive, detail‑driven approach with strong commercial awareness
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- A stable, well‑structured manufacturing environment
- Exposure to operational finance and cost‑focused analysis
- Opportunity to work closely with senior finance and operational leadership
- Long‑term career development within a growing finance function
What you need to do now
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