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Leeds Bradford Airport Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Leeds Bradford Airport Ltd is seeking a Commercial & Management Accountant to own the accounting, forecasting and financial analysis of capital expenditure and related operating costs. You will ensure robust financial control and accurate reporting across the lifecycle of major projects.

You will split time between capital investment oversight and as a Financial Business Partner supporting month-end close, budgets and five-year plans.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• Experience in forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Strong Excel and financial systems proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, forecasting and budgeting for capital expenditure.
• Manage cashflow forecasts and variance analysis.
• Maintain fixed asset register and capitalisation of projects.
• Provide financial challenge and support to project managers and senior stakeholders.
• Deliver month-end accounting and reporting for cost areas as Financial Business Partner.

Skills

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Excel

Cross-functional liaison

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

At Leeds Bradford Airport, effective management of capital investment is essential to delivering the infrastructure that supports

our growth and future ambitions. As Commercial & Management Accountant, you will take ownership of the accounting, forecasting and

commercial financial analysis of capital expenditure and associated operating costs, ensuring investment decisions are supported

by accurate financial insight and robust financial control.

You’ll be joining one of the UK’s fastest-growing regional airports, committed to employing high-quality people who share our

dedication to excellent service. Living our values to Be the Best, Work as One Team, and Do the Right Thing, you will help ensure

major capital projects and operational investments are underpinned by reliable financial information, supporting the airport's

continued development and long-term success.

What your Day-to-Day will Feel Like

In this role, around 75% of your time will be focused on managing the financial oversight of the airport's capital investment

programme. You will take ownership of the accounting, forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis of capital expenditure and

associated operating costs, ensuring accurate financial reporting throughout the lifecycle of projects. You'll maintain the fixed

asset register, oversee capitalisation of completed projects, prepare cashflow forecasts and provide insightful variance analysis

to support informed decision-making.

You’ll work closely with project managers, operational teams, and senior stakeholders, providing financial challenge and support

to ensure projects remain aligned with budgets and strategic objectives. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining robust

financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and reporting

requirements.

The remaining 25% of the role will involve acting as a Financial Business Partner while taking ownership of the month-end

accounting and reporting for your cost areas. In this capacity, you will work alongside budget holders, the Executive Team and wider

finance colleagues to prepare month-end accounting activities, support the development of business cases, five-year plans, budgets

and forecasts, and ensure accurate financial reporting. You'll provide meaningful financial insight that enables effective cost

management, supports strategic investment decisions, and helps deliver the airport's ambitious growth plans.

What's in it for You

• Salary: Up to £55,000, reflecting the responsibility of managing key financial processes supporting the airport's capital


• Hours & Working Pattern: Full-time, with a standard working week and flexibility to support operational needs. Hybrid working


• Training & Development: Access to professional development, finance systems training, internal workshops and opportunities to broaden your commercial and technical expertise across the business.


• Unique Experience: Play a key role in delivering the airport's future by providing financial leadership on significant capital investment projects. You'll work alongside senior stakeholders, influence strategic decisions, and see the direct impact of your work on the airport's ongoing transformation.

What We're Looking For

• A qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with strong experience in financial accounting, reporting and control.


• Proven experience in forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.


• Strong technical skills, including advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency.


• Experience working with non-finance teams, able to communicate financial information clearly and support decision-making.

£40,000 - £45,000 per annum, Hybrid Working in our Amazing Leeds Office & Lots of Perks!