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Management Accountant

Salary

Location

Yorkshire

Job Type

Full Time

Sector

Finance

We’re currently recruiting for a Management Accountant on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Keighley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on accounting responsibilities with strategic business support. You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, driving business performance, and providing valuable insights to support decision-making across the organisation.

Joining a respected business with a strong heritage and ambitious growth plans, you’ll become part of a collaborative team where your expertise will have a genuine impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports
  • Support month-end and year-end accounting processes
  • Analyse business performance and provide meaningful financial insights
  • Prepare budgets, forecasts and cashflow projections
  • Maintain strong financial controls and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Reconcile sales, cost of sales and balance sheet accounts
  • Oversee supplier payments and statutory payment processes
  • Support payroll administration and related financial activities
  • Partner with department managers to provide financial guidance and support
  • Assist with stock takes, stock valuation and costing analysis
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting
  • Provide support, guidance and mentoring to colleagues where required

About You

  • Previous experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role
  • Strong financial reporting and management accounting expertise
  • Experience producing budgets, forecasts and cashflow reports
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledge of payroll processes and financial controls
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly
  • Proactive, commercially minded and solutions-focused
  • Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary plus bonus
  • Permanent, full-time position
  • Opportunity to join an established and successful business
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • The chance to influence business performance and financial strategy
  • Long-term career development and progression opportunities
  • A varied and impactful role with genuine autonomy

If you’re an ambitious Management Accountant looking for your next challenge and want to join a business where your contribution will be valued, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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