Management Accountant - FMCG Leading Soap Manufacturer. WFH

Looking to put your management accounting expertise to work in a business that genuinely lives its values?

We're looking for an expert in reporting who is fanatical and meticulous about data, driven, focused, and commercially minded - ideally with experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join the UK's largest bar soap manufacturer, a heritage brand with a global customer base, industry-leading sustainability credentials, and products featured in some of the world's most recognised fashion and beauty publications.

Based in Glasgow with a hybrid working model (including Fridays working from home), this Management Accountant role offers the chance to play a pivotal role in a purpose-led FMCG business. You'll provide high-quality financial insight, robust reporting, and hands-on support to operational teams, helping to drive ethical growth, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

The Role at a Glance:

Management Accountant

Glasgow - Hybrid - Fridays WFH

£50,000 - £60,000 DOE

Plus Excellent Benefits Package Including Pension, Income Protection Benefit, Access to Helpat Hand (EAP, GP and Physio Services), Death in Service 3x Annual Salary and More

Full Time - Permanent

Reporting to:
Financial Controller

Values:
Ethical, Sustainable, Trusted

Company: UK's Largest Bar Soap Manufacturer with a global customer base

whose products Featured In:
British Vogue, GLAMOUR, Elle, GQ, Beauty Bay, Stylist Magazine, HELLO! And More

Your Background / Skills: ACCA /CIIMA Qualified with a Minimum of 5 years' experience. Reporting expert. Exposure / Experience with product costings, manufacturing costings. Experience in a similar role within an FMCG company is preferable.

Our Story:

Founded in 1988 by The Body Shop entrepreneur Dame Anita Roddick, Soapworks has always been driven by innovation, exceptional product quality, and a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility. More than 35 years later, we continue to stand at the forefront of the industry, trusted by 50 of the world's top brands as a leading supplier and partner.

We don't just make soap - we create products that align with a better, more sustainable future.

The Opportunity:

As a key member of the finance team, you'll work alongside the Financial Controller to keep the finance function running seamlessly. You'll deliver accurate, insightful reporting at Director level and collaborate across the business to support all finance-related activity, helping to shape smart, data-driven decisions.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Take the lead on preparing and reviewing Management Accounts alongside the Financial Controller

• Own key balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and control

• Manage prepayments and accruals to keep reporting precise and compliant

• Coordinate the annual financial audit, partnering with external auditors and delivering required information smoothly

• Drive the ongoing development of the in-house quotation system and product costing models

• Produce and distribute high-impact management reports, including turnover, contribution, KPIs and soap base PPV

• Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure depreciation policies are applied consistently

• Reconcile the Invoice Finance Facility, keeping banking activity tightly controlled

• Prepare and submit VAT returns, including Deferment and PVA reconciliations

• Support the annual budgeting process and deliver insightful variance analysis

• Monitor operational efficiency and work closely with the operations team to turn data into actionable insight

• Provide hands-on support and guidance to the Finance Assistant when required

About You:

• ACCA or CIMA qualified with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar finance role

• Experience with in an FMCG environment is highly desirable

• Advanced Excel user with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

• Experience with Microsoft Navision is an advantage, but not essential

• Background in product costing would be beneficial

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work

• Highly organised with the…