Management Accountant, Darlington salary £50,000 Your new company A well-established and growing business, is seeking a hands-on Management Accountant to join its Head Office finance team based in Darlington. This role offers genuine ownership and accountability, ideal for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys getting into the detail while also influencing operational performance. You will have full ownership of the accounts, undertaking end-to-end management accounts prep, acting as a trusted finance partner to operational stakeholders and playing a key role in driving efficiencies and, in turn, profitability. Reporting into an experienced Finance leadership team, this is a broad, practical role combining core management accounting with commercial insight and stakeholder engagement.Reconciling balance sheet accounts and investigating discrepancies Supporting month-end close and production of monthly management accounts Detailed variance analysis against budget and forecast Partnering with Account Directors and operational managers, translating financial data for non-finance managers/stakeholders Attending monthly dashboard reviews and performance calls Ideally qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 3 years' post-qual experience Strong Excel skills are essential 25 days holiday plus the Bank Holidays Numerous additional benefits including Life Assurance and a well-being platform Regular team-building events