Senior Accountant - 9 month contract

Overview

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Responsibilities

If you're an accountant who enjoys getting into the detail, understanding the story behind the numbers, and helping a manufacturing business run smoothly, this could be worth a look.You'll be joining a business where finance plays a key role in supporting operational decisions, not just reporting what happened last month. From inventory and cost accounting through to month-end close and leadership reporting, you'll be at the center of the action, making sure the numbers are accurate and meaningful.

The Role

This is a hands-on Senior Accountant position with broad exposure across the finance function. You'll own key areas of the general ledger, support month-end close, manage inventory accounting activities, and provide the analysis that helps leaders make informed decisions.It's a role for someone who likes solving problems, improving processes, and keeping financial reporting on track without needing a reminder every five minutes.

What You'll Do

• Run month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Report monthly financial results through SAP Business Consolidation or similar reporting tools
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
• Prepare monthly financial reports, KPI dashboards, and presentations for site leadership
• Manage inventory accounting activities, including cycle counts, reconciliations, and reserve calculations
• Support fixed asset accounting and capital project tracking
• Investigate inventory, balance sheet, and operating variances, providing clear analysis and explanations
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and audit documentation
• Help maintain compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and accounting policies
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve performance and drive better financial outcomes
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and automate routine finance activities

Qualifications

About You

You'll likely bring a mix of technical accounting knowledge, manufacturing finance experience, and a practical approach to getting things done.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CMA qualification preferred
• 5+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and manufacturing operations
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, D365, or similar
• Advanced Excel skills, with Power Query knowledge being an advantage
• Solid understanding of GAAP and/or IFRS
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across multiple teams
• Clear communicator who can explain financial information without turning it into an accounting textbook
• Experience with BlackLine or FloQast would be a bonus

What You'll Get

• Pay Rate: $55 per hour
• Contract - 9 Months
• Hybrid

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Individual must be a Citizen of the United States, or Permanent resident alien of the United States, or Protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3) (22 CFR §120.15.)

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