Management Accountant

Job Title: Management Accountant
Location: Coventry, UK
Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent and Hybrid
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 per annum (subject to experience)

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Keep our operations sharp – and our numbers even sharper.

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If you're a hands-on, process-minded Management Accountant ready to make a tangible impact – this is your chance to shape the future of finance at NP Aerospace.

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We’re a global leader in advanced armour systems, working at the frontline of defence innovation. As part of our growing Finance team, you’ll play a critical role in delivering accurate financial insight, driving process improvement, and partnering across our business – especially within our Armour division.

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You’ll lead on monthly management accounts, costing, and cash flow – while also helping to streamline financial controls and evolve finance into a more strategic partner. You’ll report directly to our Financial Controller and work closely with our Finance Director – so there’s real scope to influence, develop, and grow.

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You’ll fit right in if you’re:

• Part- or fully-qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)
  
  
• Confident with Excel and thrive on balancing detail with big-picture insight
  
  
• Passionate about improving finance processes – not just keeping things ticking over
  
  
• Comfortable juggling monthly accounts, audits, and business partnering
  
  
• Positive, proactive and able to work with both technical and non-finance colleagues
  
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  Why join NP Aerospace?
  
  We’re scaling up, not slowing down – and we want finance professionals who are excited by growth and transformation. We offer:
  
  ✅ Hybrid working
  ✅ Discretionary half-year bonus
  ✅ 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays (+ holiday purchase scheme)
  ✅ Flexible working hours (subject to business needs)
  ✅ Pension (9% combined – 4% ER / 5% EE)
  ✅ Life cover (3x salary)
  ✅ BHSF cash healthcare plan
  ✅ Two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists
  
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  What you'll be doing:
  Financial Reporting & Analysis
  
  
• Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and group reporting
  
  
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and manage accruals
  
  
• Own fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
  
  
• Monitor cash flow and foreign exchange impacts
  
  Costing & Inventory
  
  
• Maintain standard and current costs for all item types
  
  
• Ensure robust controls and reporting across inventory
  
  Compliance & Audit
  
  
• Support internal and external audit processes
  
  
• Prepare sales tax calculations for the UK and Canada
  
  
• Deliver statutory reporting to agreed timelines
  
  Business Partnering & Transformation
  
  
• Work closely with Engineering and Operations to support decision-making
  
  
• Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting
  
  
• Contribute to developing finance into a more strategic function
  
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  This role will be based in Coventry, with occasional travel to partner locations in the UK and internationally.
  
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  Sound like a good fit? We’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply’ or visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about who we are and what we do.
  
  Who are we?
  
  NP Aerospace is a global armour technology manufacturer and vehicle integrator. We design and deliver some of the world’s most advanced body armour, bomb disposal suits, and armoured vehicle systems – used by NATO forces and elite military and law enforcement units worldwide.
  
  Our vision is simple: to improve and protect lives.
  Our values – Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, Dedication – are the foundation of our success.
  
  With a rich history dating back to 1926, we combine heritage with cutting-edge innovation – powered by a growing, ambitious team across the UK and Canada.
  
  We welcome everyone.
  
  NP Aerospace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all. We actively welcome applications from underrepresented groups and are a proud supporter of the Armed Forces community.
  
  Please note: All offers are subject to security clearance, including signing the Official Secrets Act