Finance Manager - South Leeds - Hybrid

Axon Moore; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established and recognisable Yorkshire brand is seeking a Finance Manager to join their dynamic Leeds-based finance team. This role offers the chance to oversee monthly management accounts, lead a small team, and drive improvements in accounting practices. With a focus on systems implementation and process enhancements, this position is ideal for a fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA professional looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Enjoy a hybrid working model and be part of a company that values growth and development.

Benefits

On-site parking

Hybrid working (3 days office-based)

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with a strong background in management accounts.
• Experience in process improvements and system implementation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and perform variance analysis.
• Lead and support two direct reports while driving continuous improvement.

Skills

Management Accounts

Process Improvement

Systems Implementation

People Management

Education

ACCA

ACA

CIMA

Job description

This is a great opportunity to join an established and recognisable Yorkshire brand with Head Offices based in South Leeds!

Having been in operation for over 20 years across Yorkshire, the business was acquired in 2018, and since then has continued to grow and expand its customer base across the region.

This role will join the fast-paced and busy Leeds-based finance team, reporting to the Financial Controller, overseeing 2 direct reports.

The role would be ideally suited to someone fully qualified (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) who enjoys working with systems and improving processes, looking for a step into a Finance Manager position within a highly successful and fast-paced manufacturing business.

Key duties include:

1. Oversee and assist with preparing monthly management accounts to agreed deadlines.
2. Perform monthly reviews of accounting results with management accountant and assistant management accountant.
3. Prepare meaningful commentaries on monthly variance analysis, taking full ownership of the P&L.
4. Lead and support two direct reports.
5. Drive continuous improvement of end-to-end accounting practices.
6. Assist with Balance Sheet reviews and reporting as required.
7. Assist with systems implementation and internal control processes.
8. Assist with the budget preparation process.

The successful candidate will:

• Be fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA - Essential
• Have a strong background in management accounts, ideally with some people management exposure - Essential
• Have previous experience working in a similar role within manufacturing or construction - Desirable
• Have previous experience of process improvements and system implementation - Desirable

What's on offer?

• On-site parking
• Hybrid working (3 days office-based)