Management Accountant
CV-LibraryKingston Upon Hull, East Riding of YorkshirepermanentPosted: 17 August 2026
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A well-established manufacturing organisation based in Hull is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support its finance function during an exciting period of operational focus and continuous improvement. This is a confidential hire and offers the opportunity to work closely with operations, influencing performance through high-quality financial insight.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary
Ownership of product and operational costing, including standard costs, BOMs, labour and overhead absorption
Margin analysis by product, customer, and production line
Work closely with manufacturing and operations teams to improve cost visibility and control
Support budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecasts
Monitor and analyse stock valuation, WIP, scrap and yield
Support month‑end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit processes
Develop and improve costing models, reports, and KPIs
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost efficiency across the businessCandidate Profile
Proven experience as a Management Accountant within a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of manufacturing costings (standard costing essential)
Confident partnering with non‑finance stakeholders, particularly Operations and Production
Part‑qualified or fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) - strong QBE candidates also considered
Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience highly desirable
Methodical, commercially minded and able to work hands‑on
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
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 found at (url removed)
A well-established manufacturing organisation based in Hull is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support its finance function during an exciting period of operational focus and continuous improvement. This is a confidential hire and offers the opportunity to work closely with operations, influencing performance through high-quality financial insight.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary
Ownership of product and operational costing, including standard costs, BOMs, labour and overhead absorption
Margin analysis by product, customer, and production line
Work closely with manufacturing and operations teams to improve cost visibility and control
Support budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecasts
Monitor and analyse stock valuation, WIP, scrap and yield
Support month‑end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit processes
Develop and improve costing models, reports, and KPIs
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost efficiency across the businessCandidate Profile
Proven experience as a Management Accountant within a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of manufacturing costings (standard costing essential)
Confident partnering with non‑finance stakeholders, particularly Operations and Production
Part‑qualified or fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) - strong QBE candidates also considered
Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience highly desirable
Methodical, commercially minded and able to work hands‑on
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
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 found at (url removed)