This role could be full time or part time with an ideal salary of £40-45k. They are willing to consider people would be interested in this on a full-time basis or those potentially with a little more experience who would be interested in that salary for 3-4 days per week. Our client, a niche manufacturing business based in Blackburn, is looking for a Management Accountant with a focus on the financial control of manufacturing processes. Working as part of the management team, this person will be responsible for providing accurate financial information to the MD, work with departmental budget holders to resolve any concerns relating to financial performance and assist in the preparation of annual budgets. Specific duties will include: -Costing of processes, COGS and management of gross marginsAnnual and half yearly forecast / reforecast with associated variance analysisCost centre managementInvestigating price increasesProducing monthly / quarterly management reportsWorking with departmental managers to ensure their adherence to forested costs and assisting them where necessaryVarious ad-hoc duties as required, particularly around financially related continuous improvement projectsThe successful candidate will have a background that includes: -Qualified / Part Qualified CIMA or equivalent (study support will be provided if required)A strong understanding of Accountancy within a manufacturing environment (or similar business where cost control is of particular importance)Strong