Commercial Management Accountant

IPS Group Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic organization in Leeds is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance team. This pivotal role, as a Finance Business Partner, involves producing management accounts, partnering with stakeholders, and influencing financial strategies. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with experience in business partnering and strategic analysis.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with CIMA/ACCA/ACA certification.
• Experience in management accounts preparation and business partnering.
• Demonstrated strategic business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Producing accurate and timely management accounts, forecasts, and budgets.
• Partnering with stakeholders to track project costs.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Business Partnering

Performance Improvement

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Job description

Are you a commercially minded management accountant looking to move into a more commercial role to influence and make a meaningful impact? A dynamic and purpose-led organisation in the heart of Leeds City Centre is on the lookout for a Management Accountant to join their forward-thinking finance team.

In this pivotal role, the Management Accountant will act as a Finance Business Partner, working closely with department heads and budget holders to steer key projects toward success. With a strong focus on performance improvement and financial integrity, they’ll deliver insightful analysis and ensure strategic decisions are backed by robust financial data.

Responsibilities:

• Partnering with stakeholders to track, providing challenge on project costs.
• Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Conducting statutory reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) who brings a blend of technical expertise and strategic business acumen with a solid background in management accounts preparation and business partnering with stakeholders to drive change.

This is more than just a numbers role — it’s an opportunity to shape financial strategy, influence decision-making, and develop your career in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

If you are interested in this Commercial Management Accountant opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.