Operations Accountant
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£49,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2421 (96% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £49,200, and Muntons plc is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2421 Chartered and certified accountants Most likely code | £34,500 | £39,400 | £44,300 | £49,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
At Muntons, we're passionate about continuous improvement, innovation and making informed decisions that drive business success. We're looking for an Operations Accountant who is curious, analytical and keen to work closely with operational teams to make a real impact.
This is more than a reporting role. You'll be at the heart of the business, turning data into meaningful insight, challenging the status quo, and helping managers understand the financial drivers behind performance.
What You'll Be DoingProviding financial analysis and reporting to support operational decision-making.
Monitoring inventory, stock provisions and manufacturing costs.
Investigating and explaining production and cost variances.
Supporting budgeting, forecasting and monthly performance reviews.
Partnering with managers to identify efficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
Maintaining robust financial controls and supporting audit activities.
Part-qualified or newly qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
Strong analytical skills with a genuine interest in understanding how a business operates.
Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with data.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate numbers into clear business insights.
Manufacturing or operational finance experience is desirable but not essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a successful and growing international manufacturing business. You'll gain exposure to key operational decisions, build strong relationships across the organisation, and have the opportunity to influence how we improve performance and deliver results.
What We OfferCompetitive salary
Annual bonus scheme
5% employer pension contribution
Health Cash Plan
Life Assurance
Flexible working opportunities
Employee benefits platform
If you're looking for a role where your analysis can genuinely influence business decisions and drive continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Muntons plc, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Chartered and certified accountants (SOC 2421) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~68k in sample- Middle half £38,376–65,780
- Median £49,452
- Going rate £49,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £34,500–44,300
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Muntons plc holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2421 going rate of £49,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.