Group Management Accountant in Leeds

Celebrating International Week of Happiness at Work

The International Week of Happiness at Work is a globally recognised event that highlights the significance of creating a joyful and fulfilling workplace.This celebration isn't just about colourful balloons and office parties—it's about fostering an environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and genuinely happy to come to work each day. In this article, we’ll explore why happiness at work is crucial and provide practical tips on how employers and managers can celebrate and enhance happiness in their workplaces.Why is Happiness at Work Important? Increased Productivity Research consistently shows that happier employees are more productive. A positive work environment boosts morale, leading to increased motivation and efficiency. Happy employees are more engaged, less likely to take sick days, and more inclined to go the extra mile. Enhanced Employee Retention A workplace that prioritises happiness tends to have lower turnover rates. When employees feel appreciated and satisfied, they are more likely to stay with the company, reducing recruitment and training costs for employers. Improved Mental Health Promoting happiness at work also has significant benefits for employees' mental health. A supportive and positive work environment can reduce stress and prevent burnout, leading to a healthier, more balanced life for employees. Better Team Collaboration Happiness creates a sense of camaraderie and teamwork. Employees who are happy at work are more likely to collaborate effectively, share ideas, and support one another, leading to a more innovative and successful company. How to Celebrate the International Week of Happiness at Work Here are some actionable tips to help you celebrate this important week and promote happiness in your workplace: 1. Recognise and Appreciate Take time to recognise and appreciate your employees' hard work. Whether it's through verbal acknowledgement or formal rewards, showing gratitude to your employees can significantly boost morale. 2. Create a Positive Environment Ensure that your workplace is welcoming and comfortable. Invest in good lighting, ergonomic furniture, and add some greenery to create a pleasant atmosphere. A clean, well-organised workspace can greatly impact an employee's mood and productivity. 3. Encourage Work-Life Balance Promote a healthy work-life balance by offering flexible working hours, remote work options, and encouraging regular breaks. Support your employees in maintaining a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives. 4. Offer Professional Development Opportunities Invest in your employees' growth by providing opportunities for professional development. This could include training sessions, workshops, or even funding for further education. When employees feel that they are growing and advancing in their careers, it increases job satisfaction. 5. Host Fun Activities Organise activities that allow employees to unwind and have fun. This could be anything from team-building exercises, office games, or social events. These activities can strengthen bonds between colleagues and create a more enjoyable work environment. 6. Listen and Act Create way for employees to voice their opinions and concerns. Regular feedback sessions and surveys can provide valuable insights into what makes your employees happy and what could be improved. Be sure to act on their feedback to show that their voices are heard and valued. Conclusion The International Week of Happiness at Work is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the importance of creating a happy workplace and to take actionable steps towards achieving it. By promoting happiness at work, employers can foster a more productive, engaged, and fulfilled workforce. Remember, a happy employee is not just an asset to the company; they are the heart and soul of an organisation. Celebrate this week by making lasting changes that prioritise employee happiness, and watch your workplace transform for the better.Are you looking to strengthen your team with top-tier finance and accountancy professionals? At Sharp Consultancy, we excel in connecting your business with exceptional talent for temporary, interim, or permanent roles. With our well-established offices in Leeds and Sheffield, our experienced consultants are dedicated to serving businesses across Yorkshire and beyond. Don't leave your recruitment needs to chance—contact us TODAY and let's find the perfect candidates to drive your business forward.Resources:Happiness at Work - International Week of Happiness at Work

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Are you a qualified Management Accountant looking for a new challenge in a fast-growing and dynamic manufacturing business?

Do you want to join a friendly and supportive finance team that offers excellent development opportunities and exposure to commercial aspects of finance?

If so, you might be interested in this exciting role based in Leeds, working for a private equity backed company that is seeing huge growth year on year.

As a Management Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts, variance analysis, KPI reporting, and supporting the Finance Manager with ad hoc projects. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with other departments and senior stakeholders, providing financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision making.

* Responsible for the production of the monthly financial reports for your portfolio of entities to tight reporting deadlines (per the month end timetable)
* Provide support to the Group Finance Controller in overseeing the Group accounts payable team and with efficient operation of standard processes and key controls
* Take ownership for the reconciliation of key balance sheet controls for your portfolio of entities and any additional balance sheet reconciliations, as agreed. To be completed to agreed month end deadlines.
* Ensure that key balance sheet reconciliations are presented to a high professional standard and communicate a clear understanding of what the balance sheet figure relates to.
* Support the Group Finance Controller with the centralising of the operational finance activities of acquired companies into our central team. Assist in the planning and executing of the finance integration activity so that the finance management and reporting requirements of the integrated company continue uninterrupted
* Contribute to high level monthly reporting on the status of key balance sheet controls and provide an early warning of any emerging risk or issues
* Responsible for the production of key general ledger reconciliations and lead schedules that support the efficient sign-off of the annual statutory audit, for your portfolio of entities. In particular the general ledger reconciliation for revenue and introducer expense.
* Act as a point of contact in the business to help with queries on the financial reporting and records for your portfolio of entities.
* Assist with the production of the tax packs to ensure the annual tax returns are complete and accurate, as required.
* Assist with completing the Prepared by Client requirements audit requests and any additional queries from the auditors.
* Approval of bank payments in line with group policies.
* Reconciliation and balancing of the daily cash book, day-end and month-end procedures, as required.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant departments in order to collate accurate and timely management information.
* During busy periods you maybe required to help with Cost centre coding and maintaining the workflow approval process of purchase ledger invoices, credit cards and staff expenses - operated via a central purchase ledger.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Management Accountant who wants to progress their career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. You will benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a culture that values collaboration, innovation and excellence.

To be considered for this role, you must be ideally qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent. With previous experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or related sector. You must also have strong Excel skills, excellent communication skills, and a proactive and positive attitude.

If you are interested in this role, please apply now or contact Sharp Consultancy for more information.
Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function, from finance administrators through to senior Finance Director appointments. Please visit our website www.sharpconsultancy.com for more information on accountancy jobs or accountancy recruitment; finance jobs or finance recruitment.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within seven days please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.