Management Accountant

Location: PeterleeDepartment: FinanceSalary: £43,493? £52,592? DOE (core business band 5)Hours: 37.5Contract Type: PermanentAbout the Role We''re looking for a detail-driven Management Accountant to join our Finance team at an exciting time of growth. You will report directly to the Finance Manager and act as their right-hand person, helping to deliver accurate and timely financial information while ensuring that our month-end close runs like clockwork. This is a hands-on role with real ownership. Your focus will be on balance sheet discipline, month-end excellence, and reporting accuracy, ensuring all reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments are spot-on and controls are rock-solid. As the business continues to scale and prepare for potential private equity reporting requirements, you will play a central role in keeping our finance function tight, compliant, and ready for the next stage. You will work closely with a small team of Finance Analysts and AP colleagues, supporting them and ensuring smooth processes across the finance function. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing business, contribute directly to our operational success, and grow your career as the team evolves. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including PandL, balance sheet, journals, and variance analysis.Own and maintain high-quality balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, deferred income, and other key schedules.Drive month-end close ..... full job details .....