Job Description:

Management Accountant
Wakefield (Hybrid)
£45,000 - £55,000

The Opportunity

We're recruiting a Management Accountant on behalf of a well-established, high-growth business based in Wakefield. This is a genuinely varied role within an efficient, well-controlled finance function, working closely with the Financial Controller and Senior Management team at an exciting and complex time for the business.

You'll take ownership of core management accounting and reporting, while also getting involved in statutory, tax and group reporting, and playing an active role in developing business partnering across the organisation. It's a role with real scope to grow, both in terms of technical exposure and in leading and developing others within the finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare full monthly management accounts and the supporting reporting suite
• Own balance sheet management, including the fixed asset register and monthly reconciliations
• Business partner with the Senior Management team and wider finance function, providing analysis and reporting against forecast
• Present financial data clearly to stakeholders at all levels
• Support the preparation and submission of statutory accounts and group reporting, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and frameworks
• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors, ensuring a smooth year-end and audit process
• Assist with accurate and timely submission of corporate tax and other statutory returns
• Support the implementation of new systems and drive automation and process improvement as the business grows
• Contribute to annual planning and reforecasting, with a focus on staff costs, overheads, cashflow and the balance sheet
• Ensure intercompany transactions, loans and interest are correctly accounted for
• Support operational stakeholders in following correct financial procedures
• Lead, coach and develop members of the finance team

What We're Looking For

• A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA or ACCA) or part-qualified 
• Demonstrable experience preparing full management accounts and supporting information
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
• A robust, resilient approach, comfortable dealing with change and challenge while staying focused on outcomes
• Confidence to challenge the status quo and question information appropriately, rather than take it at face value
• A hands-on attitude, balanced with the ability to see the bigger picture
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills across all levels

Why Apply

This is a strong opportunity for a high-performing accountant looking to broaden their experience and take on real responsibility within a business that's investing in its finance function during a period of genuine growth and change.