Management Accountant

Chase And Holland; Wakefield Regional Council; Hybrid; AUD 62,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Healthcare cash plan

Hybrid working

35-hour week

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Death in service cover

Job summary

Chase & Holland partners with a market-leading UK organisation to recruit a Management Accountant for Wakefield. You will deliver monthly management accounts, oversee the balance sheet, and partner with senior management to influence decisions in a forward-thinking finance team.

The role offers a hybrid working pattern, a 35-hour week, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive, ambitious environment. A strong focus on process improvement and automation is part of the remit.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA.
• Strong experience producing management accounts and supporting analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to challenge and influence.

Responsibilities

• Produce full monthly management accounts, insightful reporting and supporting analysis.
• Own the balance sheet including fixed asset register and monthly reconciliations.
• Partner with Senior Management and wider finance teams, providing analysis and reporting versus forecast.
• Present clear, concise financial data to stakeholders at all levels.
• Assist in preparing and submitting statutory accounts and group reporting.
• Act as a key contact for external auditors, ensuring a smooth year-end and audit process.
• Support corporate tax submissions and other statutory returns.
• Contribute to annual planning and reforecasting activities.
• Drive improvements and automation across processes.
• Lead, coach and develop the finance team to enhance capability.

Skills

Management accounting

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Education

ACA / CIMA / ACCA

Job description

Management Accountant – Wakefield – Up to £55,000 + Bonus

Hybrid | 35-hour week | Leading UK Business | Career Growth

Chase & Holland are delighted to be partnering with a market-leading UK organisation to recruit a talented Management Accountant. This is a standout opportunity to join a forward-thinking, fast-growing, and highly collaborative business where your work will have real impact.

You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial, statutory and management reporting that supports the Financial Controller and drives key decisions across the Board. As part of a high-performing finance team, you’ll gain exposure across the business, contribute to process improvements, and help shape best-in-class financial controls.

If you're looking for a role where you can add value, grow your expertise, and be recognised for your contribution, this could be the perfect next step.

What’s in it for you?

• Annual bonus
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Hybrid working (minimum 2 days in office)
• 35 hour working week
• 25 days holiday+ bank holidays
• Death in service cover
• Opportunity to develop business partnering skills and influence senior stakeholders
• Be part of a supportive, modern, and ambitious finance team

Your Key Responsibilities

• Produce full monthly management accounts, insightful reporting and supporting analysis
• Own the balance sheetincluding fixed asset register and monthly reconciliations
• Partner with Senior Management and wider finance teams, providing analysis and reporting versus forecast
• Present clear, concise financial data to stakeholders at all levels
• Assist in preparing and submitting statutory accounts and group reporting
• Act as a key contact for external auditors, ensuring a smooth year-end and audit process
• Support corporate tax submissions and other statutory returns
• Contribute to annual planning and reforecasting activities
• Drive improvements and automation across processes
• Lead, coach and develop the finance team to enhance capability

What You’ll Bring

• Fully qualified ACA / CIMA / ACCA
• Strong experience producing management accounts and supporting analysis
• Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detailConfident working in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to challenge and influence
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Gravitas, resilience and a continuous improvement mindset

If you're an ambitious Management Accountant ready for a high-impact role within a dynamic, supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.