Reed Finance is working with a highly reputable and well established business based in Middlesbrough in their search for a talented and driven Management Accountant to join the management team and take ownership of the finance function within a fast-paced environment.

This is a key role where your analytical skills, commercial awareness and ability to communicate effectively will have a direct impact on business performance and future strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take full responsibility for all core financial activities within the business, including:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Producing accurate weekly and monthly management packs, including KPI analysis and commentary for senior leadership.
• Preparing and monitoring quarterly and annual P&L budgets, cashflow forecasts, and other key financial metrics with support from the financial accounting team.

Costing, Controls & Performance

• Implementing and maintaining standard costing records, analysing variances and recommending action where required.
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure accuracy of accounting and stock records
• Strengthen internal controls
• Identify inefficiencies and drive improvement

Commercial Insight

• Providing insightful financial analysis to support commercial and strategic decision-making.
• Contributing to forward-looking financial planning and supporting the development of long-term business strategies.

Professional Background

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or qualified by experience with strong capability.
• Proven experience preparing detailed and reliable management accounts.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills & Attributes

• Highly motivated and confident working independently, with a desire to take ownership of a complete finance function.
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent Excel skills; experience with Power BI is advantageous but not essential.
• Commercially aware with the ability to communicate clearly across all areas of the business.