Management Accountant – Future Financial Controller?? Sunderland | ?? £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus | �? Hybrid | ?? Early Finish FridaysAre you a part-qualified or fully qualified Management Accountant looking for a role with real career progression? This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business, where you’ll work closely with the Financial Controller and have a clear path to stepping into their role in the future.Why Join?? Future Financial Controller – Develop your career in a business that values internal promotion.? Varied, hands-on role – Get involved in costing, stock management, variance analysis, and forecasting.? Work-life balance – Hybrid working and early finish Fridays.? Great support – Study support is available for part-qualified accountants.? Exciting projects – Play a key role in SAP upgrades and new forecasting systems.Your RoleAs Management Accountant, you’ll be the No.2 in finance, reporting directly to the Financial Controller. Your responsibilities will include:? Producing accurate and timely management accounts.? Driving costing and stock management processes.? Conducting variance analysis to support decision-making.? Ensuring SOX compliance and financial controls.? Supporting the implementation of SAP upgrades and forecasting systems.? Providing mentorship and guidance to assistant accountants.What We’re Looking For? Part-qualified or fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA).? Manufacturing sector experience is essential.? Experience in costing, SOX compliance, and SAP (preferred).? A proactive and ambitious mindset – someone who wants to progress.What’s in It for You??? Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus.�? Hybrid working for better flexibility.?? Early finish on Fridays to kick-start your weekend.?? Study support to help you get fully qualified.?? Career progression – This role is designed to develop into Financial Controller.Ready to Take the Next Step?If you're a driven Management Accountant with manufacturing experience and aspirations to become a Financial Controller, apply today!?? For more info, call us on .