PE-backed business in the professional services sector is looking to appoint an Accounts Manager to support the Financial Controller with day-to-day accounting, reporting, and cashflow management. This is a hands-on finance role covering all aspects of month-end reporting, transactional finance, and management accounting. Youll be responsible for producing draft management accounts, managing cashflow, and providing ad hoc reporting and analysis. Youll also oversee the work of two junior team members, ensuring accuracy across bookkeeping and transactional processing. Key responsibilities Produce draft management accounts for one small entity Prepare cashflow forecasts and monitor daily movements Post journals, accruals, and prepayments Reconcile balance sheet accounts Support budgeting and forecasting cycles Provide ad hoc reporting and financial analysis as needed Oversee bookkeeping, purchase and sales ledger, and bank reconciliations Liaise with customers, suppliers, and insurers on finance queries Support and review the work of two junior finance team members Maintain accurate records within Xero About you Grounding in management and financial accounting Experience producing management accounts Hands-on with transactional finance and reconciliations Experience using Xero (or similar accounting system) Comfortable in a fast-paced, SME-style environment Excellent communication skills and attention to detail AAT qualified or qualified by experience (ACCA/CIMA part-qualified also considered) Available to start at short notice Package & working pattern £35,000 £40,000 (depending on experience) 4 days on site in Huddersfield, 1 day working from home (Friday) 6-month temporary contract, with potential to extend Immediate start available IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.