Management Accountant in Leeds

Leading retail business based in the Leeds area requires a CIMA/ACCA/ACA part qualified Accountant to join their expanding accounts function in a newly created role. You will be responsible for the production of the weekly and monthly accounts. As well as assisting with budget management and cash flow reporting you will be an integral part of the finance function and a key point of contact for a number of internal stakeholders. So your fantastic interpersonal communication skills will be needed. You will also be working directly with and assisting the Head of Management Accounts with the preparation, review and analysis of the monthly accounts.
Your duties will include but not limited to:
*Assisting with the preparation, review and analysis of accurate and timely management accounts including commentary.
*Coaching/mentoring a few Junior Accountants and Apprentices.
*Balance sheet reconciliations.
*Budgeting and cash flow forecasting.
*Processing VAT Returns.
*Supporting with year-end audit.
*Ensure the continual review and improvement of procedures and key controls.
*Assisting with ad hoc projects and reporting.

Ideally you will be able to demonstrate the following experience:

*Be studying towards a full accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
*Experience in a management accountant position in the past.
*Advanced Excel skills including the use of pivot tables and vlookup.
*Have excellent communication skills both verbally and written.
*Analytical skills and high attention to detail.

Consideration will also be given to anyone from a practice background looking to make their first move into industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for a career minded ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified or part qualified Accountant who is looking to join a business that will offer career development and progression opportunities.
Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 25 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function, from finance administrators through to senior Finance Director appointments. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy jobs or accountancy recruitment; finance jobs or finance recruitment.

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.