Management Accountant

In a project-led media and events business, finance needs to do more than close the month. It needs to explain performance clearly, keep cost control practical, and help teams make decisions with confidence. This organisation is continuing to build its reporting capability as it grows, and is now seeking a Management Accountant to strengthen management reporting, planning, and commercial insight across the business. The RoleReporting into senior finance leadership, the Management Accountant will take ownership of monthly management accounts and support budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. The role works closely with departmental leads, helping translate financial information into clear insight for non-finance stakeholders in a fast-moving environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting Analyse performance and variances against budgets and forecasts, providing clear commentary and recommendations Monitor and control costs, identifying opportunities for efficiency and improvement Support annual budgeting and forecasting, working with department heads to build realistic plans Conduct regular financial reviews with budget holders to support performance against targets Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to senior stakeholders, highlighting trends and key drivers Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and reporting requirements Contribute to ad hoc projects and initiatives, providing financial input and insight as required Candidate Profile ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified or part-qualified Experience as a Management Accountant, ideally within media, events, or a project-led environment Strong understanding of core accounting principles and reporting standards Advanced Excel capability and confidence using accounting systems Strong analytical skills, with the ability to solve problems and interpret performance data Clear communicator, able to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders Detail-focused and comfortable working under pressure in a deadline-driven setting