Sewell Wallis are partnering with a well-established multi-site manufacturer based in Kirkless to recruit a Senior Management Accountant. As part of this role, you''ll be heavily involved with cost control, stock management, and gross margin analysis to drive and develop efficiencies, being instrumental to business decisions as a business partner for the operations team and key stakeholders. This Senior Management role requires someone who is a confident communicator, who understands how to influence and have difficult conversations who a range of stakeholders. You''ll need to be proactive and have a keen eye for detail. What will you be doing?Operating as Finance Business Partner for supply chain, operations, sales and customer service teams.Overseeing inventory turnover and stock optimisation.Managing stock control processes and producing inventory reports.Delivering margin cost analysisPreparing and presentation of financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysisOverseeing management accounts and financial reporting for business units.Management of a team of two.Assisting with annual audits and improvement of financial systems, processes and reporting tools.What skills are we looking for?Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or QBEExperience in Manufacturing or FMCG industriesExcellent communication skillsExperience of managing a small teamProficient with ExcelUK Driving LicenseWhat''s on offer?A competitive salary5% pension contributionsA flexible working ..... full job details .....