Senior Management Accountant

Role: Senior Management Accountant Salary: Competitive + Benefits Location: Northampton (Hybrid Working)  Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role that offers genuine influence, visibility and a clear route into Financial Controller leadership? This is an opportunity to join a highly innovative engineering business where finance plays a central role in driving commercial performance and strategic decision-making.Working closely with senior leaders across the organisation, you'll go far beyond traditional management accounting responsibilities. You'll act as a trusted advisor, challenge performance, shape business decisions and take ownership of key financial outcomes. With direct exposure to senior management and a clear progression pathway towards Financial Controller, this role is ideally suited to an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in their career.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with senior stakeholders across multiple business areas, providing financial insight and commercial challenge.Take ownership of financial performance reporting, delivering meaningful analysis, forecasts and recommendations.Lead budgeting, quarterly forecasting and long-term financial planning activities.Build and develop scenario models to support strategic business decisions.Deliver timely and accurate management accounts within a fast-paced reporting environment.Present financial performance updates and recommendations to senior leadership teams and Directors.Support year-end and interim audit activities, acting as a key contact for external auditors.Maintain ownership of balance sheet controls, reconciliations and governance processes.Drive capital expenditure governance, including business case review, investment appraisal and ROI analysis.Identify risks, opportunities and performance improvement initiatives across the business.Champion continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting and controls.Skills & Experience RequiredFully qualified accountant or Finalist (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience.Proven ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at varying levels.Advanced analytical and financial modelling capabilities.Commercially minded with a proactive approach to problem-solving.Strong communication and presentation skills.Ability to thrive within a dynamic and technically complex environment.Excellent organisational and time management skills.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to get their teeth into a visible and commercially-focused Management Accountant Role with a clear succession plan. Please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment or contact Dhruti Patel at The ONE Group for more information.