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Posted 21 July, 2026

Management Accountant

Distinct Recruitment
Bradford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Distinct are working with a large, multi-entity finance function who are looking to hire a Management Accountant to take ownership of accounting across a complex, international business structure.This is a hands-on controllership role. You'll be responsible for month-end close, journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis, all delivered to tight reporting deadlines.The team operates at scale with a genuine focus on process improvement and automation. You'll be expected to identify inefficiencies and work collaboratively to fix them

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Salary & Benefits:

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  • £45,000 - £55,000 DOE.
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  • Excellent benefits package.
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  • Hybrid working available with a flexible approach from the employer.
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  • 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more
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  • Matched pension contribution up to 10%
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Role Overview:

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  • Month-end accounting and journal preparation across multiple entities.
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  • Balance sheet reconciliations and resolution of any issues arising.
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  • Liaison with internal and external auditors.
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  • Stakeholder reporting and engagement with senior finance and operational leads.
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  • Contributing to process improvement and automation initiatives.
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  • Process Improvement and Automation
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  • Prepare journal entities
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About You/Job Requirements

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    Qualified accountant — ACA, ACCA or CIMA.

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    Strong Excel and systems skills.

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    Comfortable working to deadlines and managing upward.

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    Newly or recently qualified candidates looking to build corporate finance experience at scale are encouraged to apply

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  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to coach and develop others
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