Management Accountant

MAZARS UK; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Management Accountant in Leeds to act as a financial business partner. You will focus on cost control, budgeting, and forecasting while managing an Assistant Management Accountant. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with experience in management accounting and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Career progression opportunities

Annual performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in a management accounting role.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to engage with non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as a financial business partner focusing on cost control and budgeting.
• Prepare accounting entries including accruals and prepayments.
• Deliver targeted financial reporting to support decision-making.

Skills

Management accounting

Financial analysis

Coaching and development

Excellent communication

Microsoft Excel

Education

CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent

Job description

Management Accountant (5425)

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future.

You’ll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you’re supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You’ll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact.

About the role

As a key member of the Finance team, the Management Accountant will act as a financial business partner, focusing on cost control, budgeting, and forecasting of overheads. This role offers the opportunity to influence business decisions through insightful financial analysis and to contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes.

• Partner with business units to develop and manage overhead budgets and forecasts
• Prepare accounting entries including accruals and prepayments in line with IFRS
• Analyse and highlight risks and opportunities within the cost base
• Deliver targeted financial reporting to support decision-making and drive behavioural change
• Manage and develop an Assistant Management Accountant, fostering growth and capability
• Contribute to key finance projects that support the wider strategic goals of the business

What we are looking for

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience
• Proven experience in a management accounting role
• Demonstrated line management experience with a focus on coaching and development
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to engage with non-finance stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Benefits

You’ll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. We offer a competitive salary, an annual performance‑based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support, because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive?

Ready to make an impact, take on new challenges, and be part of a firm that values your individuality? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!