Assistant Management Accountant - Gross Margin

About Us

Shark Ninjais a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5‑star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world.
Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja
, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed Shark Ninja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

Leeds / Hybrid - 3 days per week in office (LS15 8ZB
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As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will support the gross margin accounting and internal reporting processes that power strategic decisions for some of our most critical partnerships. You will support month‑end reporting, variance analysis, and provide valuable insights to help shape decision‑making and drive future strategies. Your ability to take ownership of processes, combined with your passion for financial accuracy, will play a critical role in ensuring Shark Ninja’s continued growth.

• Month‑End Support: Assist in the preparation of management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, with exposure to review and explanation of key movements.
• Variance Analysis: Assist in analysing financial data, identify trends, and provide insight on any significant variances to budget or forecast.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Assist with the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Process Improvement: Help identify areas for process improvement within accounting systems and reporting processes.
• Ad Hoc Financial Analysis: Provide financial analysis and support for key business projects, strategic initiatives, and cross‑functional teams.

• Analytical Thinker: You are a natural problem‑solver who loves working with numbers and uncovering insights.
• Detail‑Oriented: You understand the importance of accuracy and attention to detail in everything you do.
• Collaborative: You thrive in a team environment, working alongside colleagues across departments to achieve common goals.
• Proactive & Adaptable: In a fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment, you are adaptable and ready to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
• Passionate: You’re excited about finance and passionate about contributing to the company’s success.

• Education: Looking to start or recently started a financial qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.
• Experience: Preferably previous experience in a management accounting role, with some exposure to month‑end processes, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Excel Proficiency: Intermediate Excel skills, with a desire to develop more advanced analytical capability.
• Communication: Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain financial information to non‑financial stakeholders.
• Organised: You can juggle multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines without compromising on quality.

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At Shark Ninja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.
Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

At Shark Ninja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens Shark Ninja’s innovation every day. We support all associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the Shark Ninja DNA.

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, Shark Ninja product discounts, and more.
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