Management Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper

On behalf of a thriving SME, based in Leeds City Centre Hays Accountancy and Finance are short-listing for a Management Accountant/ Bookkeeper to join their client during a rapid and consistent period of growth. The newly appointed Management Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow, control, and storage of documentation related to engineering, procurement, and construction activities.

They will maintain and manage technical and contractual documentation for multiple projects, ensuring compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and project time-lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining Financial Records: Accurately record financial transactions using accounting software or manual ledgers. Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, bill payments, and customer invoicing.
• Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements with company records to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies. Resolve any discrepancies or errors promptly.
• Financial Reporting: Generate financial reports, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Provide financial reports to management for decision-making and regulatory compliance.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist with the preparation of company and project budgets and forecasts. Monitor financial performance against budgeted targets and identify variances for analysis.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations by preparing and filing accurate tax returns, including VAT returns, payroll taxes, and corporate taxes. Collaborate with external tax advisors to address complex tax issues.
• Payroll Administration: Process payroll accurately and timely, including calculating employee salaries, wages, deductions, and benefits. Ensure compliance with employment laws related to payroll.
• Internal Controls: Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records. Conduct periodic audits and reviews of financial processes.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to assess company performance, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvement. Support strategic decision-making and business planning initiatives.
• Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to provide financial information and insights.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the finance function. Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, regulations, and technology.

What They're Looking For:

• You'll be a highly experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Management Accountant, ideally within the engineering, construction, or renewable energy sectors.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, project management documentation, and contract administration, is a distinct advantage.
• You'll be system savvy, and have proficiency in document control systems such as Egnyte, SharePoint. MS Office Suite experience is essential, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional organisational skills with an eye for accuracy and consistency.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• A relevant qualification in accountancy, administration, or project management is advantageous

Why Join Them?

• Contribute to renewable energy and infrastructure projects shaping the UK's energy future.
• Work within a supportive team that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.
• This is currently a standalone opportunity, however this rapidly growing SME offers opportunities for professional growth and training, in addition to building a team around you in the coming years.
• Initially this is an office based position, during the period of on-baording, however following this initial period the business is offering a hybrid working model with 1-2days working from home per week.
• They are offering a basic salary of c£25k - 35k depending on experience and the benefits, include pension contributions and wellness initiatives.

To find out more, please click apply now or call the Leeds Hays Accountancy and Finance team to find out more.

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