At Zenith, we've been leading the transition to sustainable vehicle solutions for over 30 years. As the UK's largest independent vehicle solutions provider, we're proud of our people, our award-winning service, and our bold ambitions to make mobility smarter, greener, and better for everyone. We're powered by people, driven by innovation, and committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
We are currently looking for a Management Accountant to join our Group Management Accounts team. Based in Leeds with agile working, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of divisional reporting, provide valuable financial insight, and support the continued development of a high-performing finance function. You'll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust controls, and supporting business performance through high-quality financial analysis.
You'll join a collaborative finance team focused on delivering accurate reporting, continuous improvement and strong financial stewardship. Working closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider business, you'll help ensure the organisation has the information and insights needed to make informed decisions.
What's the Role
- Prepare and present accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting
- Lead monthly reviews of financial performance and explain variances and trends to key stakeholders
- Reconcile and review balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving reconciling items promptly
- Collaborate with finance and non-finance teams to support an efficient month-end close process
- Identify opportunities to streamline, automate and improve financial processes and controls
- Support budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting activities as required
- Work with auditors and provide financial analysis and supporting information when needed
What Can You Offer
- Professional accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA
- Experience within a finance environment, ideally in a multi-divisional organisation
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and excellent numerical skills
- Advanced Excel capability and confidence working with large volumes of data
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with stakeholders
- A proactive approach to problem solving, risk identification and continuous improvement
What's in it for You
- Salary £40,000-£50,000 per annum plus annual bonus
- 24 days annual leave plus your birthday off, with the option to buy more
- Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Dental and Health Cash Plans
- Tech Scheme, Car Sacrifice Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loans
- Development opportunities through our MyGPS personal development framework, plus Perks at Work discounts
- Onsite GP, Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Sports and social clubs, company activities, team events, colleague-led equality networks, free onsite parking and agile working
Why Zenith?
- Award-winning - Leasing Company of the Year at the Fleet News Awards 2026 and Large Business of the Year at the Yorkshire Post Excellence in Business Awards
- Sustainability champions - over 41% of our fleet are Battery Electric Vehicles, and we're a carbon-neutral organisation
- Innovators - investing £25 million in transformation, with a thriving fleet of 169,910 vehicles
- Inclusive - six colleague-led diversity groups and a workplace where everyone can thrive
- A place to grow - clear pathways through our MyGPS personal development framework
We want to positively encourage differences in Zenith and believe it is critical to our success as a company. Zenith is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
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Management Accountant in Leeds employer: Zenith Group
Zenith Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises operational excellence and employee development within a collaborative work culture. With a focus on delivering high-quality HR services, employees benefit from robust growth opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a large organisation. Located in a dynamic environment, Zenith Group fosters strong partnerships and encourages innovative thinking, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in HR.
