Management Accountant at NAVANTIA UK

Methil, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Management Accounting, Financial Reporting, Project Costing, Budgeting, Forecasting, SAP, Data Analytics, Excel, PowerPoint, Financial Controls, Variance Analysis, Revenue Recognition, Cash Flow Management, Commercial Appraisal, Ad Hoc Analysis, Collaboration

Industry

Shipbuilding

Description

Company Description Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the country. Job Description Management Accountant About the Role Navantia UK is looking for a proactive Management Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll play a key role in producing accurate, insightful financial information that supports informed decision-making across the business. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively with project teams, contributing to financial strategy, and ensuring robust financial control in a dynamic environment. What You’ll Do Prepare monthly financial information, including project reporting, revenue recognition, trial balance, profit and loss, balance sheet, and variance analysis. Work closely with project teams to ensure accurate reporting of project costs and performance against budget for revenue, costs, and cash flow. Produce project dashboards and management reports for inclusion in internal board packs. Provide timely and accurate financial information to the Financial Controller and senior management to support business decisions. Assist in maintaining financial controls, procedures, and disciplines across all business activities. Prepare monthly management accounts (revenue, balance sheet, and cash flow) and report performance against budget. Identify and report project risks that may affect milestones and support corrective actions with project teams. Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, statutory accounts, and external audits. Contribute to the financial appraisal of commercial projects and new business opportunities. Manage project setup in SAP, ensuring accurate allocation of cost baselines, margins, revenue, and cash plans. Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives. What You’ll Bring Professional qualification: ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent). 2+ years’ post-qualification experience — ideally within engineering, construction, or manufacturing. Strong understanding of accounting processes and financial controls. Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems across ledgers and project accounting. Skilled in data analytics tools and confident using Excel and PowerPoint. A proactive, detail-focused approach with the ability to communicate financial insights clearly and effectively. Why Join Navantia UK? Be part of a growing organisation that plays a vital role in strengthening the UK’s defence, shipbuilding, and industrial capabilities. Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values professional growth and innovation. Hybrid working options and opportunities for career development within an expanding international business. Ready to make an impact? If you’re an analytical, motivated finance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Additional Information If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you.

Responsibilities

The Management Accountant will prepare monthly financial information and work closely with project teams to ensure accurate reporting of project costs. This role also involves producing management reports and assisting in maintaining financial controls across business activities.