We are Audience Collective, a group of agencies that work collaboratively to ensure better results for our clients..

We currently have a vacancy for a Management Accountant based in our Leeds office.

The Management Accountant will join our Finance team, working alongside circa 8 colleagues and reporting to the Group Financial Controller.

Due to growth, we're seeking a highly skilled Management Accountant to oversee end-to-end transaction processing across Audience Collective, ensuring meticulous record-keeping and playing a pivotal role in enhancing our financial control environment.

As our Management Accountant, you'll be at the forefront of our recently centralised Finance team, collaborating closely with the Group Financial Controller and agency Finance Business Partners. Your responsibilities will include directly managing two individuals in Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger, orchestrating seamless transaction processing, and contributing to enhancements in our reporting frameworks, systems, and controls.

You'll be responsible for:

• Overseeing transactional finance processes, managing Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger efficiently.
• Providing weekly cashflow forecasts, informing payments and receipts profiles.
• Coordinating weekly supplier payment runs in alignment with cashflow requirements.
• Leading month-end processing of journals, including accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset registers.
• Reviewing bank transactions daily and reconciling bank accounts meticulously.
• Managing payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns and other statutory filings.
• Providing ad hoc support to group and agency Finance Business Partners.
• Undertaking ad hoc analysis and projects as required.

We are happy to discuss your application and to assist you through the process. If you have any questions about any advertised role and how we can support you, please contact us.

The things we are looking for throughout the application process are:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Proven ability to problem-solve and use own initiative.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Resilience to meet tight deadlines with excellent organisational skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to keep up with the pace of change in a growth orientated business.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Track record of delivering management accounts accurately and promptly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to thrive under pressure.

What are we offering?

The salary range for this role is circa £35,000 and this is dependent on skills and experience. 

• 25 holidays plus bank holidays
• 3 additional celebration days
• 9% pension contribution (you contribute 5%)
• Healthcare cash plan
• Reward and Recognition schemes
• Flexible working
• Health assured EAP

We may start interviewing for this role before the closing date so please don't hesitate to submit your application. And you have any questions then please get in touch!