Management Accountant in Dukinfield - Adecco

Job Title: Management Accountant / Finance Manager

Location: Dukinfield

Reporting to: Finance Director

Overview

We are recruiting an experienced Management Accountant / Finance Manager to join a well-established business operating within the manufacturing / engineering / chemical sector. This is a key role within the finance team, providing high-quality financial reporting, analysis, and decision-making support to senior leadership.

This opportunity would suit a CIMA-qualified Management Accountant or Finance Manager who enjoys working in a commercially focused, operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Providing insightful financial analysis to support business decisions
• Cost control and margin analysis within a manufacturing or engineering setting
• Supporting operational teams with financial information and performance reviews
• Assisting with year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors
• Improving financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency
• Ad-hoc financial projects as required by the Finance Director

Skills & Experience Required

• CIMA Qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a Management Accountant or Finance Manager
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or chemicals (essential)
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical mindset
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis)
• Confident communicator, able to work closely with non-finance stakeholders
• Experience with ERP systems advantageous (experience with SAP is not required)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative finance team

Benefits

• Competitive salary and full benefits scheme (details shared at interview stage)
• 29 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Potential bonus (discussed during interview)
• Access to healthcare
• Supportive and professional working environment

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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