Management Accountant

Salary: £42,000 – £48,000 per year

A large global manufacturer based on the outskirts of Leeds and close to the A1 are looking to recruit an Interim Management Accountant for a period of 4 months.

Reporting to the Head of Finance the Management Accountant supports the monthly closing process and general compliance of the financial statements in line with the UK GAAP accounting rules.

* Supports the accurate, complete and timely closing of the accounts.

* Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.

* Monthly and ad-hoc reconciliation (inter-company balances, bank statements)

* Processes daily accounting transactions (e.g. invoicing, expenses) and identifies opportunities to optimize re-occurring transactions.

* Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize financial position for other managers.

* Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.

* Investigates inventory variances and prepares ad-hoc inventory reports.

We are looking for candidates with the following background;

* Part qualified or qualified accountant

* Strong Microsoft office skills (very strong in Excel).

* Strong written and verbal communication skills.

* Knowledgeable of accounting concepts and principles.

* Strong analytical skills, detail oriented with a passion for self-motivated problem solving.