Contracting Management Accountant

Mick George Ltd; Great Stukeley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in East Anglia is seeking a Management Accountant to provide financial reporting and support for construction projects. You will manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking, with a strong focus on work-in-progress accounting. This role demands qualifications in accounting and experience in project accounting within the construction sector. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and benefits including a pension scheme and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

28 days holiday

Company benefit platform

Cycle to work scheme

Internal training and Career development

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for construction projects.
• Track project costs and revenue recognition.
• Monitor project KPIs and financial performance.
• Collaborate with teams for financial insight.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Multi-tasking

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Experience in project or contract accounting

Tools

Excel

COINS

MS-365

Job description

Overview

To provide accurate and timely financial and management reporting for construction projects and contracts, supporting strategic and operational decision-making. The Management Accountant will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and performance reporting across project portfolios, with a strong focus on work‑in‑progress (WIP) accounting and compliance with financial contractual obligations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with project‑level variance analysis and commentary.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes for construction projects and long‑term contracts.
• Track project costs, revenue recognition, and margin analysis, including WIP accounting.
• Monitor and report on project KPIs and financial performance.
• Collaborate with project managers, quantity surveyors, and site teams to provide financial insight and support decision‑making.
• Ensure financial compliance with contract terms, billing schedules, and financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain and improve financial controls and procedures related to project and WIP accounting.
• Assist with audit and statutory reporting requirements.
• Contribute to ERP and reporting system improvements.
• Participate in weekly meetings with Contracting directors.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support as required.

One Man, One Tipper, One dream, may seem a distant memory, but the dream is very much a reality, as we find ourselves approaching 40 years since the business started trading. Now operating over 600 HGV vehicles from over 40 separate sites, employing more than 1,000 local people, gives an indication of the scale to which the business has evolved over the years and explains why the Mick George Group has grown to become one of the leading suppliers to the Construction Industry in the heart of East Anglia and East Midlands. Our aim is to ensure that we provide the highest possible standards to each and every stakeholder that comes in to contact with any aspect of our business, whether that be as an employee, supplier, customer or other.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Mick George Group is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. The company seeks to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community at large and values the individual's contribution irrespective of sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Proactive and self‑motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Qualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in project or contract accounting within the construction or infrastructure sector. Industry/Manufacturing experience will be considered.
• Strong understanding of WIP accounting, revenue recognition, and cost tracking.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems (e.g., COINS, MS‑365).
• Experience with ERP systems and project accounting modules is advantageous.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience working on large‑scale or multi‑phase construction projects.
• Familiarity with contract compliance, financial governance, and construction accounting standards.
• Involvement in process improvement or business transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP).

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 28‑Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Company benefit platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Internal training and Career development