Senior Management Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Management Accountant in Leeds to prepare management accounts and oversee budgeting. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 to £60,000 per annum, generous leave, and a collaborative company culture within the industrial sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday leave

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial reporting and management accounting within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial systems.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review management accounts, ensuring accuracy.
• Analyse financial data for decision-making.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Management experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

• Opportunity to lead and develop a team within a £500m+ turnover business.
• Clear pathway for career progression and professional development.

About Our Client

Our client is the UK's largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions, playing a vital role in maintaining the seamless operation of the nation's infrastructure. With a turnover exceeding £500m, a workforce of over 4,000 employees, and a fleet of cutting-edge equipment, they are the UK's largest end-to-end solutions provider in their sector. The company prides itself on its commitment to operational excellence and providing robust financial management to support its business goals.

Job Description

• Prepare and review management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Analyse financial data to support strategic decision-making processes.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities for the organisation.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes.
• Provide insights into cost control and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Support senior leadership with ad hoc financial reporting and analysis.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Management Accountant should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in financial reporting and management accounting within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Proven management experience.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately £50,000 to £60,000 per annum.
• A permanent position within a well-established organisation in Leeds.
• Generous holiday leave and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture.