Management Accountant

Management Accountant

 Location: Leeds - Gelderd Road

The Role

This is a hands-on management accounting role with real exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to play a key part in system transformation.

You’ll work closely with the Finance Manager and Financial Controller, taking ownership of key operating expenditure lines, supporting monthly reporting, and helping to embed improved processes as we transition to a new ERP environment.

If you enjoy getting under the skin of the numbers, partnering with the business, and making things work better not just reporting on them this role will suit you well.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of selected operating expenditure P&L lines, with support across others

• Ensure intercompany transactions are accurately recorded, applying an understanding of UK-wide operations

• Review costs, analyse variances, and explain performance against budget and KPIs

• Investigate and resolve financial queries and discrepancies, working collaboratively across the finance team

• Interrogate financial systems (Sage / Workday) to ensure accurate, reliable reporting

• Maintain robust balance sheet accounting, including accruals and prepayments

• Partner with operational stakeholders to drive a “right-first-time” approach to purchase orders and invoicing

• Support the preparation and presentation of monthly results to the Finance Manager and Financial Controller

• Assist with annual budgeting and external audit requirements relating to operating costs

• Contribute to the successful embedding of our new ERP system and evolving finance processes

About You

You’ll be a confident, detail-driven finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving, operational environment.

You’ll bring:

• Full accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets

• Experience working in industry or commerce (preferred)

• A proactive mindset with a track record of resolving issues and improving processes

• A collaborative approach and the confidence to engage with stakeholders at different levels

• High levels of accuracy, organisation, and ownership

Why Join Panda?

• Hybrid working with a strong team presence in Leeds

• Exposure to senior finance leadership and business-critical projects

• Opportunity to influence systems, processes, and how finance supports operations

• A values-led organisation where people, safety, and sustainability matter

We are Panda. We value waste.

We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together.

We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward.

We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.

And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.

Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.

Take the first step and join us on the journey.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.
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