Our client based close to Central Leeds is looking for a commercially minded and hands on Finance Manager to lead the day to day finance operations of the business. The role will oversee statutory accounts, management accounts and team leadership across a multi entity structure. This could suit an experience finance manager or an accountant seeking a 1st move from practice. Key responsibilities: 

• Lead the preparation and delivery of timely accurate monthly management accounts and statutory accounts across several entities
• Review and challenge variances, delivering insight and commentary to senior management and stakeholders.
• Manage and mentor a small team of part-qualified accountants and transactional assistants, overseeing their workload and development.
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process and regular forecasting updates across the business.
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany, accruals, prepayments and fixed assets.
• Oversee VAT and CIS return submissions, ensuring full compliance across the group.
• Support the external audit process by reviewing audit schedules, managing deliverables, and liaising with auditors.

Salary: £50,000 + £55,000 + Bonus & BenefitsIPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.