An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Taylors Core Finance team, and we are looking for a qualified Management Accountant – Compliance and Reporting to join us in a newly created role. As Management Accountant you will be responsible for supporting the organisation in maintaining accurate financial reporting and meeting statutory and internal policy requirements. The role will work closely with the internal Finance and Taxation Governance Group (FTGG) to develop and strength internal controls, ensure good financial governance, and promote a culture of compliance and accountability across the business. Good VAT knowledge will be essential as you will be responsible for preparing the monthly VAT submission checklist and ensuring compliance with VAT legislation. You will also advise and assist stakeholders with VAT queries and translate complex VAT requirements into workable business solutions. In this role you would work with other members of the Finance Team including Management Accountants from across the business, Taylors Financial Controller and Group Reporting and Compliance Manager to deliver a strong financial control environment. This is advertised as a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, however if you would like to discuss flexible working or alternate working patterns, please provide more details in your application. The role includes 2-3 days per week collaborating with your peers at our offices in Harrogate, we also offer flexibility, including hybrid working and flexitime. About you - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), we also welcome candidates qualified by experience Excellent understanding of financial controls and governance Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Systems literate across Microsoft platforms including strong Excel skills Experience of working with ERP solutions Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn Team player with a flexible attitude Demonstrates curiosity Process driven and focused on continuous improvement Desirable but not essential would be experience of working with a financial control application What we offer you As a minimum, all our employees receive free meals, drinks and snacks while at work, a discretionary quarterly profit-share bonus, holiday allowance with the option to buy and (in some cases) sell additional days, company-wide employee discounts, access to our health cash plan, wellbeing support, company funded counselling, and enrolment in the company pension. We also offer a range of development opportunities no matter your role and ambitions. We encourage everyone to explore what makes them the best version of themselves, and we do this through external training programmes, apprenticeships and internal 1:1 coaching schemes. Great People, Great Culture We are Bettys & Taylors Group. Our family business is home to three iconic Yorkshire brands – Yorkshire Tea, Bettys and Taylors of Harrogate. Together we share a passion for quality, service and doing things properly. We are driven by our purpose and our values, and we believe our people are what set us apart. We welcome applications from all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences and we are committed to offering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Click here to learn more about life at Bettys & Taylors Group.