Job Title: Management Accountant
Location: Lancaster area
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Reporting to: Owner / Managing Director
About the Business:
We are proud to be working with a well-established, family-run business based in Lancaster area, known for its strong values, long-standing customer relationships, and commitment to quality. With continued growth and investment in the future, the business is now looking to appoint a dedicated Management Accountant to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and provide valuable commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.
The Role:
This is a key, hands-on role within the business, working closely with the owner and wider team. You will take responsibility for producing timely and accurate management information while overseeing a small accounts team handling transactional duties. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being embedded in the heart of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting
Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Business partnering with the owner to support strategic and operational decisions
Oversight of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control functions (managed by two accounts assistants)
Managing cash flow and working capital
VAT returns and compliance reporting
Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external accountants
Continuous improvement of financial systems and processes
Ad-hoc analysis and project support as required
About You:
Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) or qualified by experience
Previous experience in a hands-on SME or family business environment desirable
Strong management accounts and commercial finance experience
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across all areas of the business
Proactive, detail-oriented, and confident working independently
Strong Excel and accounting software skills (Sage, Xero, or similar)
What's on Offer:
A varied and rewarding role within a stable and growing family business
Close working relationship with the business owner
Opportunity to shape the finance function and make a real impact
Friendly, down-to-earth culture with long-standing team members
Competitive salary and benefits
If this opportunity is of interest and you'd like to learn more, please apply and contact Nathan Baillie, Finance Business Manager at Butler Rose, for a confidential discussion.
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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