Commercial Management Accountant

Management Accountant, Darlington salary £50,000

Your new company
A well-established and growing business, is seeking a hands-on Management Accountant to join its Head Office finance team based in Darlington.
This role offers genuine ownership and accountability, ideal for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys getting into the detail while also influencing operational performance.

You will have full ownership of the accounts, undertaking end-to-end management accounts prep, acting as a trusted finance partner to operational stakeholders and playing a key role in driving efficiencies and, in turn, profitability.

Your new role
Reporting into an experienced Finance leadership team, this is a broad, practical role combining core management accounting with commercial insight and stakeholder engagement.Key responsibilities include:

• Full ownership of P&Ls and balance sheets
• Preparation and posting of monthly journals, including accruals and prepayments
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts and investigating discrepancies
• Supporting month-end close and production of monthly management accounts
• Detailed variance analysis against budget and forecast
• Supporting "what if" scenario modelling and forecasting
• Partnering with Account Directors and operational managers, translating financial data for non-finance managers/stakeholders
• Attending monthly dashboard reviews and performance calls
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and year-end processes

The role combines analytical work with hands-on tasks and requires someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves to ensure accuracy and control.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ideally qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 3 years' post-qual experience
  
• Strong Excel skills are essential
  
• Genuine passion for getting into the detail
  
• An ability to manage your own workload and deadlines
  

What you'll get in return

• Salary of £50,000
  
• 25 days holiday plus the Bank Holidays
  
• Numerous additional benefits including Life Assurance and a well-being platform
  
• Regular team-building events
  

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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