Management Accountant

Robertson Bell; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Management Accountant to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role offers the chance to work closely with senior leaders across departments, overseeing budgeting and reporting for a significant financial portfolio. You will prepare management reports, provide insightful financial guidance, and manage a small team, all while developing your business partnering skills in a collaborative environment. With a hybrid working model and an attractive benefits package, this position is perfect for finance professionals looking to make a real impact in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

Generous maternity/paternity/adoption policies

Sickness benefits increasing with service

Access to a competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Fully qualified in ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience in producing management accounts and financial data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management reports and annual budgets.
• Oversee transaction processing and ensure accurate reporting.
• Line manage a small team of Finance Assistants.

Skills

Management Accounting

Financial Analysis

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)

Business Partnering

Team Management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Are you a proactive and delivery-focused finance professional looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment where no two days are the same? Keen to develop your business partnering skills in a collaborative team where your work will directly support senior decision-makers? If yes, this could be your ideal next role!

Robertson Bell are delighted to be working with a large, complex organisation as they recruit a Management Accountant on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with leaders across two key departments, taking ownership of budgeting, reporting and transactional oversight, while supporting strategic decisions across a £30 million portfolio.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing monthly management reports, forecasts and annual budgets for assigned schools and departments.
• Supporting department leaders by translating financial data into meaningful insights and guidance.
• Presenting updates at leadership meetings and advising on the financial implications of plans and activities.
• Overseeing day-to-day transaction processing including invoices, journals, and expenses.
• Ensuring accurate recording and reporting across relevant cost centres.
• Line managing a small team of Finance Assistants, providing coaching and support.
• Collaborating with senior stakeholders across the faculty, developing your business partnering skills in a fast-paced environment.

This role is based in Leeds and operates on a hybrid working pattern, with three days per week in the office. In return, you’ll enjoy an excellent benefits package including 42 days annual leave, generous maternity/paternity/adoption policies, sickness benefits that increase with service, and access to a highly competitive pension scheme.

The successful candidate will:

• Be fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), though qualified by experience candidates with significant management accounting experience will also be considered.
• Have experience producing management accounts, posting journals, and analysing financial data.
• Bring experience working in a large, complex organisation – higher education experience is a bonus but not essential.
• Demonstrate strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs; Power BI is desirable.
• Be adaptable, confident, and delivery-focused, with the ability to engage with senior non-finance stakeholders.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and the advert may close early if the ideal candidate is found – apply now to avoid missing out!