Management Accountant - #191504

Management Accountant

Location: Woodford Halse

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Finance

Reports to: Financial Controller

About Us

Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.”

We are proud to foster a collaborative and supportive environment where people can thrive. As we grow, we're looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join our team and support our “Everything Is Important” culture.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will support financial planning, budgeting, and operational reporting across the UK business. You will work closely with UK and US teams to deliver accurate daily, weekly, and monthly financial insights, supporting programme objectives and key project milestones.

The role involves producing financial analysis and models to support decision making, contributing to KPI reporting and management reviews, and partnering with stakeholders to improve financial understanding and performance. You will also support cash flow forecasting with the US FP&A team and contribute to month end processes, including journals and reconciliations.

Key Responsibilities

• Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Preparation of monthly and year-end accounts
• Balance sheet and account reconciliations
• Reporting financial results to US teams
• Costing, pricing reviews, and supplier liaison
• Supporting KPI reporting and business performance reviews

Additional Responsibilities

• Business planning and financial accounting
• Capital and operational expenditure tracking (Plan vs Actual)
• Fixed assets and inventory management
• Labour cost analysis and reporting
• Spend governance and expense management.
• Business case support and financial modelling
• BOM cost analysis
• Ad hoc reporting and finance support
• Cross-functional business partnering

Requirements:

• Finance experience and understanding of finance terminology.
• Demonstrable experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally from with the automotive industry
• Excellent proficiency in all MS packages inc. Advanced skills in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint & other finance data management and modelling tools.
• Full UK driving licence.

Experience Required

• Ability to work independently and use initiative, with strong interpersonal skills to build cross-functional relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including at least intermediate Excel and Word skills.
• Experience using accounting systems such as Sage or QuickBooks
• Advanced Excel skills are advantageous.
• Experience working in a small finance team environment.
• Experience liaising with customers, suppliers, and employees.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally within the automotive sector

Personal Specification

• Friendly and approachable, with a professional and confident manner
• Strong team player with a flexible attitude and willingness to support colleagues.
• High level of resilience and attention to detail
• Clear and effective communication skills across all levels (email, phone, face-to-face)
• Inquisitive mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent numeracy skills and accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

• AAT qualified or part-qualified CIMA/ACCA

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Wellness and employee support

Benefits:

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Private medical insurance
• On-site parking
• Free refreshments
• Company pension
• Company events

What we’re looking for:

You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills, a can-do attitude, be confident to work independently with guidance. Resilience, an acceptance of change management with the willing to self-develop with any future training and development needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.

The closing date for all applications is 30 June 2026 Singer Body & Paint reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish.

To find out more about Singer Vehicle Design, take a look at our website: http://singervehicledesign.com