Commercial and Management Accountant

Location: Leeds Bradford Airport

Department: Finance

Job Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

At Leeds Bradford Airport, our values—One Team, Be the Best, and Do the Right Thing—guide everything we do. We’re looking for a Commercial & Management Accountant who brings not only strong technical skills but also the character and mindset to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

This is a varied and rewarding role that offers end-to-end ownership of finance processes related to income and operating costs. You’ll be a trusted partner to commercial teams, helping to drive performance through insight, challenge, and support. If you’re a qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant with commercial acumen and a passion for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Snapshot of the Role

As Commercial & Management Accountant, you’ll be responsible for the accounting, forecasting, and financial analysis of income and operating costs across the airport. You’ll work closely with business stakeholders to provide meaningful financial support, insight, and challenge, helping to shape decisions and drive performance.

You’ll also:

• Act as a trusted finance partner to commercial teams, building strong relationships and supporting revenue and cost management
• Prepare forecasts and budgets for income, KPIs, and operating costs, collaborating with stakeholders and the executive team
• Produce monthly management accounts, including P&L reporting, variance analysis, and commentary
• Ensure accurate accounting treatment for revenue, accruals, and cost allocations
• Support the year-end audit and statutory accounts production
• Provide financial analysis for customer and supplier contracts, business cases, and board papers
• Maintain a strong understanding of contractual terms and their impact on financial reporting
• Identify and implement improvements to finance processes and reporting

This role reports to the Head of Commercial Finance, with a secondary reporting line to the Financial Controller for accounting and billing activities. Hybrid working is offered to support flexibility and work-life balance.

What We Want

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent), or nearing qualification with relevant experience
• Has strong analytical and Excel modelling skills; Power BI experience is a plus
• Has experience in management accounts, financial analysis, and commercial decision-making
• Is confident working with non-finance teams and translating financial data into actionable insights
• Is familiar with ERP systems and financial reporting tools

And just as importantly, someone who lives our values:

• One Team – Works collaboratively across departments and supports joint success
• Be the Best – Strives for excellence, brings fresh ideas, and drives continuous improvement
• Do the Right Thing – Acts with integrity, takes ownership, and communicates with clarity

You’ll be a clear communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and someone who thrives under pressure. Your ability to link financial performance to business outcomes will be key to your success.

What We Will Give You in Return

• A values-led culture where your contribution is recognised and celebrated
• Hybrid working to support your lifestyle and productivity
• Opportunities to grow and shape the future of finance at Leeds Bradford Airport
• A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and teamwork
• The chance to make a real impact in a business that’s going places

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