Management Accountant SM

Overview

We are delighted to be supporting a prestigious and privately owned Estate in Gloucestershire in the appointment of a Management Accountant. Set within a stunning countryside location, this is a rare opportunity to work in a distinctive setting as part of a warm, professional and close‑knit team.
The role is a seven month contract to cover maternity leave.

This role offers both professional challenge and variety, with exposure across multiple business streams within the Estate. You will play a key role in supporting financial operations, delivering insight, and partnering with stakeholders to drive informed decision‑making.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, responsibilities will include:

• Ownership of month‑end processes (journals, accruals, prepayments, recharges, fixed assets)
• Preparation of monthly Management Accounts with robust commentary and variance analysis
• Balance sheet reconciliations and investigation of variances
• KPI reporting and project cost analysis
• Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting
• Preparation of quarterly reporting packs for senior leadership
• Maintaining strong relationships with budget holders, providing constructive challenge and insight
• Oversight of payroll review, credit card controls and PO processes
• VAT returns, P11
  
  Ds and partnership tax return preparation support
• Asset register management and insurance alignment
• Supporting process improvement initiatives and system enhancements

• Fully qualified CIMA / ACA / ACCA (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a Management Accountant role
• Strong Excel capability
• Experience with ERP systems
• Exposure to VAT

• Commercially aware and solutions‑focused
• Confident communicating financial information to non‑finance stakeholders
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working autonomously while contributing positively to a team
• Discreet and professional, with a strong appreciation for confidentiality
• Proactive, adaptable and motivated to improve ways of working

• Salary - £50,000 - £55,000
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private medical and dental cover
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to product discount