We are partnering with a well-established business in Halifax. Reporting into senior leadership, the Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function and providing accurate financial reporting and commercial insight to aid business decision-making. The successful candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working within a fast-paced operational environment.

Key responsibilities will include;

• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Accruals and prepayments
• Budgeting and forecasting support
• Variance analysis and reporting
• Cash-flow monitoring
• VAT returns and statutory reporting
• Assisting with year-end accounts preparation
• Supporting payroll processes where required
• Producing financial reports and KPI analysis for management
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls and processes
• Supporting the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting activities

Ideally you will be able to demonstrate the below qualifications/experience:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience
• Previous experience within a Management Accountant or similar finance role
• Possesses strong analytical and Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proactive and commercially aware
• Ability to wear many hats to support the wider business
• Can work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Experience within automotive, retail, engineering, or manufacturing environments would be advantageous but not essential

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.