Management Accountant
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Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 2-3 days in the office)
Salary: Circa £43 -53k, depending on experience
Cognisys is a fast-scaling, high-performing cybersecurity and GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) organisation serving clients in more than 30 countries. With a diverse, remote-first team, we have a clear vision for excellence and we are building the gold standard in security delivery. We operate with pace, clarity and high standards. We're looking for a Management Accountant who brings the same level of focus and ambition.
About the Role
As a Management Accountant, you’ll play a key part in keeping our finances accurate, insightful, and on track. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you’ll prepare monthly management accounts, reconcile balance sheets and help explain business performance through clear analysis.
You will contribute to a disciplined, high-quality finance environment - enhancing processes, tightening controls and producing clear, insight-rich reporting that helps the senior team make informed decisions. This is an opportunity to have a real impact, shape how finance supports growth and develop your career in a high-performance environment.
You’ll maintain the Fixed Asset Register, oversee invoicing and revenue recognition and partner with teams across the business to support sound financial decisions. Alongside this, you’ll contribute to year-end reporting, margin analysis and process improvements, while guiding our Accounts Assistants and supporting wider finance projects.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, values precision and wants to grow within a supportive and ambitious finance team.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation of monthly management accounts by working day 5 with insight
from Finance Manager
Reconciliation of monthly Balance Sheet with variance analysis
Ensure accuracy of ScaleXP reporting for month end
Maintain and manage Fixed Asset register
Business Partnering with other departments
Ownership of Vanta and margin analysis
Oversight to confirm the accuracy of sales invoicing raised during the month
and correct recognition of revenue
Escalation point for overdue debtors
Identify, assess, and help mitigate financial risks within the organisation
Oversee and support Accounts Assistants
Assist with the Year End process
Ad-hoc projects required by the Finance Manager
Requirements
3-5 years+ experience in a Financial / Management Accountant role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
A curious, proactive, and motivated mindset, with a genuine interest in technology and business.
Collaborative, team player who focuses on finding solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Highly organised, with strong attention to detail.
Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
A professional and confident approach when interacting with clients.
If you think you can deliver but don't match the criteria above, please don't be put off. We are very open-minded and focus on ability and attitude above skills.
What We Offer
A dynamic and supportive work environment where delivering high standards of service externally and internally drives everything we do.
A dedicated budget for your professional development - £2,000 per annum.
Access to an Employee Wellness Hub supported by Kara Connect for health and well-being resources and a Westfield Health Cash Plan.
25 days holiday, plus your birthday day off.
Refer a friend bonus scheme, up to £2,000!
Why Join Us?
At Cognisys, you will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your input and shares support. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a real impact for our clients. Join a team where innovation is celebrated, and your contributions are valued. We foster a collaborative environment where fresh ideas thrive and professional growth is encouraged.
Applications
Please feel free to reach out to Dom, our Talent Acquisition Partner if you would like any further information, to discuss accessibility requirements, or if you require this information provided in an alternative format – hiring@cognisys.co.uk
We welcome applications from candidates from a range of diverse backgrounds and can make various reasonable adjustments to consider individual needs.