Management Accountant
Headstar · Leeds, England ·
Job Description Management Accountant | Leeds | Up to £50,000 DOE This is a business that's growing for the right reasons. Sales are increasing, operations are expanding, and they're looking for a Management Accountant who wants to do more than produce month-end reports and move on to the next deadline.
Reporting directly to an experienced Head of Finance, you'll join a finance team where people are encouraged to ask questions, understand the wider business, and contribute ideas. The Head of Finance is genuinely invested in developing their team, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to progress their career over the next few years.
The culture is people-first, supportive and down-to-earth. You'll be given the space to learn, develop and take on more responsibility as the business continues to grow. Why This Role Exists Finance plays a key role in decision-making across the business, and they need someone who wants to be proactive rather than purely reactive.
They are looking for somebody who naturally asks "why?" - someone who enjoys understanding what's driving the numbers, spotting trends, challenging assumptions and helping operational teams make better decisions. What You'll Be Doing Preparation of monthly management accounts Month-end close activities including journals, accruals and prepayments Balance sheet reconciliations Variance analysis and commentary for senior management Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes Working closely with operational teams to understand business performance Analysing margins, profitability and commercial performance Supporting stock accounting, stock reconciliations and inventory reporting Investigating stock variances and helping improve stock controls Producing KPI reporting and business performance analysis Assisting with year-end audit requirements Identifying opportunities to improve processes and reporting What They're Looking For Previous experience in a Management Accountant or similar role Experience producing management accounts and month-end reporting Exposure to stock accounting or inventory-heavy environments would be advantageous Strong analytical skills with a commercial mindset Someone who enjoys getting into the detail and understanding what's behind the numbers Confident communicating with stakeholders outside of finance Positive attitude and willingness to learn What You'll Get Salary up to £50,000 Hybrid Working Annual Bonus Clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to grow Mentorship from an experienced Head of Finance Exposure to commercial decision-making and senior stakeholders Supportive, people-focused culture Genuine opportunity to develop your skills and broaden your experience If you're looking for a role where you can develop beyond month-end reporting, gain commercial exposure and learn from an experienced finance leader, this could be well worth a conversation. Click Apply Now