Optimum Recruitment Group are excited to be working exclusively with a leading, aggressively growing, distribution business based in Wakefield.

Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.

Ourclient is looking for an interim financial/management accountant who would be interested initially in a 6 month contract with the possibility of the role becoming permanent. This role would be ideal for someone looking to transition from practice to industry or already in a similar role, offering an excellent opportunity to apply and expand your accounting skills in a commercial environment.

Your day to day responsibilities would include:

• Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts.
• Conduct month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting regulations and tax laws.
• Support the preparation of year end accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Complete quarterly VAT returns

As successful candidate, you will have a proven track record within the financial/management accounts environment with a strong understanding of accounting principles and their application. The client is ideally looking for someone who has a professional accounting qualification with knowledge of IFRS and UK accounting standards.We need someone who is happy to roll their sleeves up and get stuck into anything that needs doing and to support the team in relation to catching up with a back log.

Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills are essential.You will be open, engaging, have strength of character and also have a \"can do\" attitude. This is a fast-paced environment where the culture is one of getting stuck in, where required, to achieve the organisational objectives. xbpsjku

Salaryup to c£45,000 (depending on skills and experience) plus benefits.