At a Glance
- Tasks: Take charge of management accounts and drive operational performance.
- Company: A growing business with a supportive finance team in Darlington.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, life assurance, and well-being perks.
- Other info: Enjoy team-building events and a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Gain ownership of financial processes and make a real impact on profitability.
- Qualifications: Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with strong Excel skills and 3 years' experience.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
A well‐established and growing business is seeking a hands-on Management Accountant to join its Head Office finance team based in Darlington. This role offers genuine ownership and accountability, ideal for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys getting into the detail while also influencing operational performance. You will have full ownership of the accounts, undertaking end-to-end management accounts preparation, acting as a trusted finance partner to operational stakeholders and playing a key role in driving efficiencies and, in turn, profitability.
Your new role
- Reporting into an experienced Finance leadership team, this is a broad, practical role combining core management accounting with commercial insight and stakeholder engagement.
- Full ownership of P&Ls and balance sheets.
- Preparation and posting of monthly journals, including accruals and prepayments.
- Reconciling balance sheet accounts and investigating discrepancies.
- Supporting month-end close and production of monthly management accounts.
- Detailed variance analysis against budget and forecast.
- Supporting 'what if' scenario modelling and forecasting.
- Partnering with Account Directors and operational managers, translating financial data for non-finance managers/stakeholders.
- Attending monthly dashboard reviews and performance calls.
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting and year-end processes.
The role combines analytical work with hands-on tasks and requires someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves to ensure accuracy and control.
What you'll need to succeed
- Ideally qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 3 years' post-qual experience.
- Strong Excel skills are essential.
- Genuine passion for getting into the detail.
- An ability to manage your own workload and deadlines.
What you'll get in return
- Salary of 50,000.
- 25 days holiday plus the Bank Holidays.
- Numerous additional benefits including Life Assurance and a well-being platform.
- Regular team-building events.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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