Your new company A successful and growing organisation within the manufacturing sector is seeking a recently qualified accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a commercially focused role at Management Accountant level. The business is committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and developing talent from within. Your new role Reporting to the Company Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and strong operational support. This is a hands-on position offering broad exposure across management accounting, costing, budgeting, and business partnering. Your responsibilities will include: Preparation and timely delivery of monthly management accounts Posting journals including accruals, prepayments and depreciation Balance sheet reconciliations Supporting the preparation of Board Packs and commentary Assisting with budgeting and forecasting Detailed variance analysis against budget Regular product costing updates Product and customer profitability analysis Reviewing promotional pricing and performance Working with operational teams to understand cost drivers KPI preparation and analysis Month-end and year-end accounting processes Supporting external audit Developing and improving internal financial controls Stock reporting, valuation and variance analysis Maintaining part master data within the ERP system Completing statutory returns (Intrastat, EC Sales, DETI, National Statistics) Providing financial support to managers across the business What you'll need to succeed Newly qualified or part-qualified ACCA / CIMA Experience preparing monthly accounts Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels Advanced Excel skills and strong IT proficiency Experience within a manufacturing environment (advantageous) Exposure to ERP systems, Power BI or AI tools (beneficial) Highly organised with strong immunocompetent abilities What you'll get in return You will join a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people and offers genuine career development. Benefits include: Private medical insurance Hybrid working Flexible working hours Early Friday finish Clear progression to Management Accountant Exposure to commercial and operational finance A culture focused on continuous improvement and professional growth What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: management accountant accountant qualified Benefits: 45k DoE