Management Accountant

We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Management Accountant to join the organisation’s Finance team, providing high-quality financial advice and support to budget managers in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Finance Officer, Assistant Management Accountant, Finance Analyst, Cost Accountant, Budget Analyst

SALARY: £40,778 - £45,092 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid – working from the office in Wokingham, Berkshire (RG40) and from home

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a forward-thinking public sector organisation.

As a Management Accountant you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting budget holders, and promoting sound financial governance. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, and delivering management accounts to support strategic decision-making.

The Management Accountant will thrive in a collaborative environment, bringing strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the Management Accountant include:

• Budget setting, budget monitoring, year-end closedown and statutory returns
• Provide support and advice to a range of stakeholders, promoting strong financial governance
• Financial support on change projects and grants
• Preparation and presentation of reports
• Provide advice and support on legislative and guidance changes
• Assisting with delivery of training, such as to budget managers and colleagues

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Aptitude for numbers & finance
• Prior experience of working in a finance role is desirable
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to operate in large, complex and political organisations

BENEFITS

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Use of a free onsite gym
• Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
• A range of local & lifestyle discounts
• An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline

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JOB REF: AWDO-P13984