Management Accountant
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Job Description
The Role
We are currently seeking a Management Accountant to join our Finance team and partner closely with our International Third‑Party Manufacturing (TPM) business. This is a high‑impact role providing financial leadership, insight, and decision support across our global TPM network, while working directly with the Global TPM Controller.
You will act as a trusted finance partner to the business, driving financial performance, strengthening cost transparency, and supporting strategic initiatives across a diverse international manufacturing footprint.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Performance
- Lead Annual Financial Plan and Forecast (LBE) cycles for the TPM business.
- Develop and maintain annual standard costs at TPM sites.
- Deliver insightful analytics on cost structures, key commodities, and year‑on‑year cost movements.
- Prepare and present financial performance analysis, including forecast vs. actual results, to senior leadership.
- Quantify and communicate financial impacts of business scenarios, proposals, and "what‑if" analyses.
Reporting & Controls
- Own month‑end close activities and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
- Maintain and continuously improve financial, management, and planning systems supporting day‑to‑day TPM operations.
- Provide high‑quality reporting and decision support to senior stakeholders.
Business Partnering & Value Creation
- Partner with Business Managers to understand the TPM environment and its financial implications.
- Support pricing discussions, cost negotiations, and cost‑saving initiatives with contract manufacturing organizations.
- Identify, evaluate, and support projects aligned to annual Cost Improvement Targets, working closely with Operational Excellence (Opex) teams.
- Participate in S&OP reviews, sourcing meetings, and strategic business forums.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Lead and deliver finance process improvement projects, including enhancements to tools, reporting, and analytics.
- Drive the adoption of data analytics solutions using tools such as Power BI and Alteryx.
- Support the financial integration of new TPMs, designing scalable and robust financial processes.
Education & Experience
- Third‑level degree with a professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
- 4–6 years’ experience in a Management Accounting or Financial Analyst role.
- Strong financial analysis capability with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience using SAP, Power BI, Alteryx, and advanced Excel.