Average Finance Accountant salary in Milton Keynes

A well-established and growing manufacturing and logistics group are seeking an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager to lead the finance function across a small multi-entity operation.This opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys ownership, operational involvement and working closely with non-finance teams in a fast-paced SME environment. The role would suit a full or part-qualified accountant or someone qualified by experience (QBE) with strong manufacturing knowledge and confidence managing end-to-end finance.Job Title: Finance Manager - Manufacturing & LogisticsLocation: Milton Keynes (on-site, Monday-Friday)Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + benefitsType: Full-time, PermanentReporting into senior leadership, you will take full responsibility for finance operations, reporting and controls while leading a small finance team. You will play a key role in improving systems, strengthening processes and providing real-time financial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead end-to-end finance operations including PL, SL, GL, fixed assets and reconciliationsOwn weekly and monthly close processes and deliver timely management accounts, KPIs and variance analysisManage cashflow, working capital, forecasting, budgeting and long-term financial planningMaintain strong financial controls and coordinate internal and external auditsMaximise ERP effectiveness (Microsoft Business Central or similar), driving automation, system integrity and process improvement across finance, inventory, production, sales and logisticsStandardise finance processes across group entities and improve month-end efficiencyOversee manufacturing cost accounting including COGS, labour, overheads, variances, stock control and stock takesProvide financial oversight and insight across logistics operations, including fleet, fuel, subcontractors, route profitability and operational KPIsOversee payroll, pensions and statutory compliance including VAT, Intrastat and EC Sales ListsLead and develop a small finance team and partner closely with operational and commercial stakeholdersDeliver clear, data-driven insight to support decision-making, scenario planning and strategic initiativesWhat we are looking for:AAT, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified or QBEStrong SME finance backgroundManufacturing experience is very desirable and logistics exposure highly advantageousAdvanced Excel and strong ERP experience (Business Central highly desirable)Proven experience managing or supervising a finance teamStrong analytical skills, attention to detail and deadline managementConfident communicator with a proactive, improvement-focused mindsetThis is a rare opportunity to step into a visible, influential finance role within a growing business where your expertise will genuinely shape processes, controls and decision-making. You'll enjoy autonomy, operational exposure and the chance to make a tangible impact rather than being confined to a purely reporting-led role.If you're an experienced Finance Manager or Senior Accountant looking for ownership, variety and real commercial involvement, we'd be delighted to discuss this opportunity further.Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.

Finance Specialist - AP/AR, Bedfordshire, office based, c£40,000k-£50,000Abacus Consulting are delighted to be partnering an award winning business as they search for a Finance Specialist (AP/AR) to join their team.This is a newly created role that sits across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. The role is based in Bedfordshire.Reporting into Finance Manager (AP/AR), your duties as a Finance Specialist (AP/AR) will include:–VAT returnsWrite, and update as needed, process notesOngoing review of finance systems and processesBusiness partnering, including commercial finance team, sales and master dataProvide cover for Finance Manager (AP/AR) as and when neededThis will be a busy and hands on role. Candidates are expected to have proven experience in developing processes and systems for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, operating at a senior level within a busy and fast paced business. You will be systems and process oriented, analytical and have strong MS Excel skillsThe successful candidate will have the gravitas to be effective building relationships at all levels, from logistics and master data to senior leadership team.

Finance ManagerBased in Milton Keynes£60,000 - £70,000 plus company specific benefits are partnering with our client, a leading business in their field based in Milton Keynes, on the recruitment of a new Finance Manager role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, high-growth brand as Finance Manager at a time when the business continues to grow year on year across both the UK and international markets.The RoleReporting directly to the CFO, this is a highly hands-on Finance Manager role within a lean finance team. With no junior staff in place, the successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function and must be comfortable managing all aspects of finance operations themselves.Key responsibilities will include:Managing the day-to-day financial operations of the businessMonth-end close, journals, accruals, and prepaymentsBalance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controlsProducing monthly reports and finance information for senior managementSupporting tax accounting requirements and liaising with the global finance team where neededPreparing information to support the external audit processInvestigating financial variances and supporting process improvements across the finance functionSupporting with transactional finance tasks and ensuring finance deadlines are metThis role would suit someone who enjoys being fully involved in the operational side of finance, is detail-oriented, and is comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.ProfileWe are looking for an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with strong hands-on finance experience. This role could suit someone already operating at Finance Manager level or an experienced Management Accountant looking for the next step in their career.The successful candidate will ideally have experience across:Month-end reportingBalance sheet reconciliationsFinancial accounting and reportingWorking within a hands-on finance environmentOn OfferSalary circa £60,000 - £70,000Bonus and competitive benefits packageHybrid workingBased in Milton KeynesRobert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates