At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse and report on labour costs to improve financial performance.
- Company: Respected organisation with a focus on operational excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, enhanced pension, and excellent benefits.
- Other info: Join a collaborative finance team with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workforce-related financial decisions in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Experience in staffing cost analysis and advanced Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 56000 £ per year.
If you're a confident, commercially minded Management Accountant with strong labour/staffing cost analysis experience, this role will grab your attention. We're supporting a respected operationally focussed organisation where labour forms the biggest cost driver across c.600 staff, this position plays a crucial role in analysing, reporting and improving workforce‑related financial performance.
The Role
- You'll join a collaborative, energetic finance team and take ownership of labour‑focused management accounting, including:
- Labour cost analysis across multiple divisions
- Identifying rate variances, seasonal fluctuations and trends
- Producing monthly management accounts, journals and reconciliations
- Preparing budgets, forecasts and KPI reporting
- Supporting internal stakeholders with clear variance commentary
- Enhancing reporting using advanced Excel and Power Query
- Contributing to financial modelling, business cases and ad‑hoc costings
This is a hands‑on, commercially focused role where your insight directly supports service delivery and operational decision‑making.
What You'll Need
- Proven experience analysing staffing/labour costs
- Advanced Excel capability: XLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, Power Query, SUMIFS
- Strong management accounting background
- Ability to communicate confidently with non‑finance stakeholders
- Qualified or nearing qualification (ACCA/CIMA)
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for a new challenge and likes being in the detail.
Finance Analyst in Liverpool employer: Accountable Recruitment Limited
Join a dynamic international business as a Group Accountant, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values professional growth and development. With a focus on compliance and strategic tax planning, you'll have the opportunity to engage with senior leadership and influence key decisions while enjoying a range of benefits designed to enhance your work-life balance. This role not only offers competitive remuneration but also the chance to lead a small team, ensuring your contributions are recognised and rewarded in a collaborative environment.
Contact Details:
Accountable Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
