Sewell Wallis are currently working on behalf of our client, a growing service sector business based in Harrogate, Noth Yorkshire, as they look to recruit a Management Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. The primary aim of this role is to become a subject matter expert in the Company's opex costs, providing in-depth analysis every month of costs to support the Divisional Teams. The role will require the successful individual to develop a detailed understanding of all areas of the business. What will you be doing? Ensuring that opex costs are correctly coded to divisions and accurately stated in the monthly management accounts Presentation of monthly opex reconciliations to both divisional heads and Finance Director Maintaining accurate and up-to-date balance sheet reconciliations Audit responsibility for opex queries Ad hoc projects and financial analysis Develop positive working relationships with other key areas of the business including Commercial Finance and Accounts Payable What skills do we need? ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 5 years post qualification experience, ideally in management accounts Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts at all levels Commercial awareness and ability to see the bigger picture Ability to work to deadlines, effectively communicating progress Ability to work on own initiative and pro...