Management Accountant

Management Accountant – Publishing | Hybrid (2 days in office)

Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking publishing company with a strong reputation for quality, creativity, and growth. As they continue to expand their operations, they are looking for a Management Accountant to join their finance team and support business performance through insightful reporting and analysis.

Role Overview:
This role offers a broad remit across month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Management Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial data and supporting commercial decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and variance analysis

• Support the annual budget and quarterly reforecasting process

• Provide commentary on performance, highlighting risks and opportunities

• Work closely with operational teams to monitor costs and support business planning

• Reconcile key accounts and maintain accurate financial records

• Assist in year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting

• Drive improvements in reporting processes and financial systems

Candidate Profile:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified

• Experience in management accounting, ideally within media, publishing or related sectors

• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines

• Confident communicator, able to liaise with both finance and non-finance stakeholders