Management Accountant

JHE & Partners are delighted to be partnering a fantastic group of businesses in Bradford who are looking for a management accountant on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an accounts professional to oversee the accounts for two subsidiaries within the group. Working in a close-knit finance team and reporting into the head of finance, this is an opportunity that allows the chosen candidate to have autonomy over the accounting function, collaborating with senior management and driving financial performance. This is an ideal role for a management accountant looking for a role that will utilise their skills within an ever-evolving manufacturing business. Duties include: • Working closely with the head of finance and producing the management accounts for two businesses within the group • Responsible for the monthly VAT returns • Prepare monthly variance analysis • Oversee the transactional finance duties, ledger maintenance and cash postings • Preparing and posting monthly journals for smooth month-end close • Monthly balance sheet reconciliations • Analyse financial data, produce month-end reports • Assist with annual audit • Payroll experience - assisting when payroller is on leave Person specification: • Qualified by experience / AAT qualified • Proven experience of producing management accounts • Strong diligence / attention to detail • Ability to work unsupervised with autonomy • Good finance analysis skills • Ideally working knowledge of SAP and Xero This is an interesting and exciting opportunity for someone to really make this their own and make a solid impact on the business. The business has solid growth plans, therefore someone looking to grow within an established business would suit the role well. Working with an experienced and lovely head of finance, this is a rare role offering excellent accounts exposure in a thriving industry.