Leeds Management Accountant - Budgets & Forecasts

Michael Page Finance; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Finance in Leeds is seeking a Management Accountant to handle core accounting duties, provide clear financial information, and support day-to-day business decisions. You will work with the Accounting & Finance department to maintain records and assist in reporting.

The role targets someone with experience in management accounting, a part-qualified or qualified accountant, and strong Excel skills. This is a fixed-term opportunity based in Leeds with a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in a management accounting or similar finance role.
• Part-qualified or qualified accountant, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Sound understanding of management accounts, month-end processes, budgeting, forecasting and reconciliations.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial information clearly.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and experience using accounting/finance systems.
• Well organised and detail-oriented with deadline management.
• Clear communication and collaborative approach across the business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely management accounts to show clear financial performance.
• Maintain accurate records and keep key account information up to date.
• Review data, investigate variances and explain changes in results.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with reliable information.
• Collaborate with colleagues to gather reporting information.
• Prepare reports to help managers understand income, costs and overall performance.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve differences promptly.
• Help improve finance processes to make reporting clear and efficient.

Skills

Management accounting

Part-qualified/qualified

Month-end processes

Budgeting & forecasting

Reconciliations

Excel

Reporting

Education

Part-qualified/Qualified accountant

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Michael Page Finance in Leeds is seeking a Management Accountant to handle core accounting duties, provide clear financial information, and support day-to-day business decisions. You will work with the Accounting & Finance department to maintain records and assist in reporting.

The role targets someone with experience in management accounting, a part-qualified or qualified accountant, and strong Excel skills. This is a fixed-term opportunity based in Leeds with a benefits package.