Full job descriptionLead Accountant
Blyth | Full Time | Permanent
Reed Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a well-established business in Blyth to recruit a Lead Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant to join a growing finance team and take ownership of the month-end reporting cycle while providing valuable financial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.
This role would suit a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working closely with both operational stakeholders and finance colleagues, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and continuous process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
*Take ownership of the month-end accounts production and reporting cycle
*Prepare and post monthly journals, including accruals and prepayments
*Produce accurate and timely management accounts in line with reporting deadlines
*Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations
*Deliver monthly flash reports and weekly KPI reporting
*Oversee the accounts payable function, including reviewing and approving payment runs
*Provide financial analysis and insight to support business performance
*Support the Operations team and wider Group Finance function with reporting and project work
*Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, and efficiencies
*Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data across reporting activities
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
*ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or be actively studying towards a professional accounting qualification
*Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance role within a commercial environment
*Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems (IFS experience would be advantageous)
*Experience producing management accounts and supporting month-end processes
*Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
*Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
*The ability to build effective relationships and communicate confidently with stakeholders across the business
*A proactive approach and a desire to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
What’s on Offer
*Opportunity to join a successful and expanding business
*Varied and commercially focused finance role
*Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-critical reporting
*Supportive and collaborative working environment
*Hybrid working arrangement
*Competitive salary and benefits package
If you’re a motivated finance professional looking to take the next step in your career and make a real impact within a growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you!