Management Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving SME in Leeds is seeking a Management Accountant/Bookkeeper to join their dynamic team during an exciting growth phase. This role involves maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and generating vital financial reports. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting renewable energy projects that are shaping the UK's energy future. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a hybrid working model. If you're passionate about finance and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Wellness initiatives

Professional growth opportunities

Training in renewable energy projects

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or Management Accountant.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and project management documentation.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record financial transactions and manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare and file tax returns, including VAT and payroll taxes.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Bank Reconciliation

Tax Compliance

Payroll Administration

Financial Analysis

Document Control Systems

MS Office (Excel)

Education

Relevant qualifications in accountancy

Project Management qualifications

Tools

Egnyte

SharePoint

Job description

Your Company
On behalf of a thriving SME based in Leeds City Centre, Hays Accountancy and Finance are recruiting a Management Accountant/Bookkeeper to join their client during a period of growth. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth flow, control, and storage of documentation related to engineering, procurement, and construction activities, maintaining and managing technical and contractual documentation for multiple projects in compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintaining Financial Records: Accurately record financial transactions, manage accounts payable and receivable, process invoices, bills, and customer invoicing.
2. Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements with company records, resolve discrepancies promptly.
3. Financial Reporting: Generate profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports for management and regulatory compliance.
4. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts, monitor financial performance, and analyze variances.
5. Tax Compliance: Prepare and file tax returns, including VAT, payroll taxes, and corporate taxes, collaborating with external advisors.
6. Payroll Administration: Process payroll accurately, ensuring compliance with employment laws.
7. Internal Controls: Implement controls to safeguard assets and ensure record accuracy, conduct periodic audits.
8. Financial Analysis: Conduct analyses to assess performance, identify trends, and support strategic decisions.
9. Continuous Improvement: Seek process improvements, stay updated on standards, regulations, and technology.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or Management Accountant, preferably within engineering, construction, or renewable energy sectors.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, project management documentation, and contract administration is advantageous.
• Proficiency with document control systems like Egnyte and SharePoint; strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Exceptional organizational skills with accuracy and consistency.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Relevant qualifications in accountancy, administration, or project management are beneficial.

Benefits and Why Join

• Contribute to renewable energy and infrastructure projects shaping the UK's energy future.
• Work within a supportive, innovative, and values-driven team.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training in a rapidly expanding SME.
• Initially office-based with a hybrid working model (1-2 days remote per week).
• Salary: £30,000-£40,000 depending on experience, plus benefits including pension contributions and wellness initiatives.

To learn more, click 'Apply Now' or contact the Leeds Hays Accountancy and Finance team. Job reference: #4655808 - Danielle Simpson.