At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare management accounts, support financial reporting, and drive process improvements.
- Company: Growing manufacturing business with a focus on innovation and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, study support, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with clear pathways for career growth.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in finance while influencing key business decisions.
- Qualifications: Part-qualified CIMA or ACCA with strong Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
I am delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing manufacturing business, who are looking to appoint an ambitious Management Accountant into a highly visible and varied finance role. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to broaden their experience across management accounting, financial reporting, payroll, cash flow management and business partnering, whilst working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
This is a broad and progressive position, offering a blend of financial reporting, operational finance and commercial support responsibilities. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting business performance and driving continuous improvement across the finance function.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts and detailed variance analysis
- Supporting month-end close activities, including journals, accruals, prepayments and fixed assets
- Completing balance sheet reconciliations and group reporting requirements
- Managing payroll processes and associated HMRC submissions
- Preparing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
- Supporting cash flow management and forecasting activities
- Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and annual audit processes
- Working closely with operational departments to provide financial insight and support decision making
- Supporting inventory controls and stock accounting processes
- Identifying opportunities for process improvements across finance operations
About You
- Part-qualified CIMA or ACCA
- Proven experience producing management accounts
- Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUPs, VLOOKUPs and SUMIFS
- Experience of cash flow management and financial analysis
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
- A proactive and results-focused approach
Desirable Experience
- Manufacturing sector experience
- Experience working with MRP or ERP systems
- Previous experience in a similar Management Accountant position
This role offers a clear development pathway within a successful and forward-thinking business, with genuine opportunities to expand your responsibilities and influence. You will gain exposure to both operational and strategic decision-making, making this an ideal next step for an ambitious finance professional looking to progress their career within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Management Accountant in Leeds employer: Synergem Recruitment Careers
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Contact Details:
Synergem Recruitment Careers Recruitment Team