Management Accountant

Sheffield / Chesterfield

An opportunity to join our growing and expanding GENUS team

Permanent full-time role / 37.5 hours per week
Opening date: 18.12.25
Closing date: 29.01.26

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The role

We are looking to recruit a Management Accountant. Appointment dependent upon the experience demonstrated by the successful candidate.

Skills:

  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Professional and organised approach to work
  • Effective time management ability priories and manage workload to meet deadlines
  • Self-motivated and ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexible approach

Experience:

  • Have previous experience of Management Accounts preparation.
  • Ideally, previous experience of Xero, Sage and other accounting software.
  • Minimum 2 to 3 years practice experience

Qualifications:

  • AAT
  • Studying towards ACA or ACCA qualification 

We understand that not everyone will come with these exact requirements. If your experience isn’t a complete match, we encourage you to apply so that we can learn more about you!

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What we can give you in return

We offer a fantastic place to work and our team enjoys all the key benefits you expect from a progressive firm with much more besides, and we are proud of our relaxed and inclusive culture which stands out as different.

We provide a comprehensive range of development and personal impact training opportunities to ensure that you maximise your potential, together with career pathways and regular development conversations.

We know, that whilst we look after our clients well, we also look after our team; their welfare and development are equally important.

About Shorts

To learn more about Shorts and what sets us apart and makes it a great place to work… READ MORE HERE

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Meet the Genus Team

The Genus team at Shorts is dedicated to helping businesses transform their financial management and decision-making. Led by Director Alicia Williams, the team works as an extension of our clients’ operations, delivering tailored solutions that make a real impact.

The Genus Team services include:

  • Management Accounts - Providing clear, accurate insights to support strategic decisions.
  • Software Solutions - Advising on and implementing the best tools for efficiency.
  • Data Analytics - Turning numbers into actionable intelligence.
  • Finance Director Services - Offering expert FD support without the need for a full-time hire.

What sets Genus apart is their collaborative approach. They immerse themselves in each client’s unique processes, ensuring advice and solutions are practical, relevant, and effective. Whether it’s optimising systems, reviewing workflows, or guiding financial strategy, the Genus team are passionate about driving positive change for businesses of all sizes.

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Grow Your Career with the Genus Team

You’ll work alongside supportive managers and mentors who champion your development while you contribute to high‑impact projects across management accounts, software solutions, data analytics, and FD services.
 

Why you’ll love it here

  • Accelerated learning: Get hands‑on experience with improvement and conversion projects (including Xero), plus data‑driven assignments that sharpen commercial thinking.
  • Mentorship & exposure: Learn directly from experienced leaders and subject‑matter experts who review, coach, and help you take ownership of meaningful work.
  • Mentoring, values & competency framework. We’re rolling out career pathways, mentoring/coaching schemes and a refreshed values‑led competency framework- so you can see what “good” looks like at each level and how to get there.
  • Team culture that develops people. Regular team strategy sessions and behavioural‑styles workshops help you understand how you work best and how to collaborate across the team and with clients
If you’re curious, collaborative, and excited by practical solutions that make a measurable difference, Genus is the place to build a career you’re proud of.

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Benefits that back you

A fantastic place to work with a competitive and flexible benefits package which includes:

Time off & flexibility

  • 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) with extra days for long service and the option to buy/sell days.
  • Core hours (start between 08.00–09.30) and take up to 2 hours for lunch by arrangement.
  • TOIL for any overtime and a no‑weekend culture - protecting work-life balance.
  • Volunteering day each year to support causes you care about.

Health & wellbeing

  • Health Cash Plan (Paycare) with EAP, MyPocketGP, dental/optical/physio reimbursements and everyday discounts.
  • Mental Health First Aiders across the firm with ongoing awareness sessions and support.
  • Free eye tests and flu‑jab reimbursements.

Financial & everyday perks

  • Death‑in‑service / group life assurance
  • Free/subsidised parking at both offices.
  • Referral bonuses, regular socials (summer & Christmas), and a friendly, open culture-plus the little things: dress for your diary, good coffee, cookies and fresh fruit.
  • Flexible home‑working (usually post‑probation).
  • Professional subscriptions reimbursed where required.

Study support (professional qualifications)

  • All first‑time exam sittings fully funded- courses, revision, exam fees, books and professional membership fees covered during study; reasonable travel/hotel costs by exception.
  • Study leave (typically time before and on exam day for first sittings), with structured training agreements and planning support.

Our Application Process

  • Apply
    Submit your CV and cover letter via our website or email: recruitment@shorts.uk.com
  • Introductory Call
    If suitable our Talent Acquisition Manager, Laura Collins, will arrange an informal call to get to know you and give you the opportunity to ask any questions about the role and Shorts.
  • CV Review & First Interview
    If your application is successful, you’ll be invited to a first-stage interview with our Genus Managers.
  • Second Interview
    The final stage will be a second interview with our Genus Director, Alicia.

Begin your journey with us today.

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