Management Accountant/Finance Business Partner

Management Accountant Leeds (or Rotherham) up to £45,000+ 5k car allowance Hybrid

A dynamic group of technology companies is seeking a qualified Management Accountant to provide both operational and strategic financial support across its diverse portfolio. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with multiple businesses, driving financial performance and supporting growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing Financial Performance:
- Enhance financial reporting and KPIs.
- Oversee monthly divisional and group reporting.
- Lead the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes.
- Challenge the businesses to drive financial improvement.
- Manage and follow up on customer debt.
- Continuously seek ways to improve processes and drive efficiency.

Supporting Business Decision Making:
- Review customer and supplier terms to identify risks and opportunities.
- Assist with commercial negotiations.
- Prioritise investments and business cases to maximise return on investment.
- Foster a data-driven approach to discussions with operational teams.

Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Contribute to the 10-year corporate plan and quarterly forecasts.
- Understand and manage cash flow in line with budgets, forecasts, and covenants.

Candidate Profile:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a strong knowledge of UK GAAP.
- Ideal for a recently qualified accountant looking to advance their finance career.
- Commercially aware, with an analytical mindset and keen attention to detail.
- Experience in finance, with a focus on utilising data to drive business decisions.
- A full UK driving licence is essential, as travel between companies is required.

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role that offers both operational involvement and strategic influence within a group of innovative businesses. If you're looking to make an impact and grow within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we d love to hear from you!

About Ford & Stanley Group

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.