Management Accountant

Harper May is working with a mid-sized property developer and construction contractor that has recently secured significant new work across residential and commercial projects. The business has grown its operational capacity substantially over the past two years and is now strengthening its finance function to support improved reporting discipline and commercial visibility across its expanding portfolio.

The Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for maintaining robust project-level accounting, supporting month-end close, and providing the financial information that site and operations teams rely on to manage costs and margins. The role exists because the business has outgrown its previous reporting structure and needs someone who can embed themselves in a fast-moving, project-driven environment.

• Produce monthly accounts with detailed commentary on project performance and variance
• Manage cost tracking, work-in-progress recording, and revenue recognition for live contracts
• Liaise with project managers and site supervisors on cost forecasting and budget adherence
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the integrity of financial records
• Support cash flow planning and working capital forecasting
• Prepare data and documentation for audit and statutory year-end processes

What we are looking for

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or part-way through a recognised qualification
• Demonstrable experience in construction, property development, or another project-based sector
• Familiarity with project accounting, WIP, and margin reporting
• Comfortable with Excel and general ledger software; pragmatic problem-solver
• Able to communicate financial findings to non-finance colleagues without jargon
• Organised, methodical, and comfortable with tight reporting deadlines