Management Accountant

Butcombe Brewery - Finance & Services; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality firm is seeking a proactive part-qualified Management Accountant to join their Finance team, focusing on the Tenanted Division and Property Accounting. This hands-on role offers a competitive salary of up to £38k and the chance to work closely with senior management. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in finance, strong Excel skills, and a proactive approach, making a significant impact on financial processes. Enjoy hybrid working with excellent perks and study support while you qualify.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

30% off food, drink & stays at any Butcombe Pub

Exclusive retailer discounts from Benefits Bar

24/7 wellbeing support

Full study support for qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance department.
• Experience with month-end processes and property accounting.
• Ability to produce accurate financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end process for the Tenanted division.
• Take ownership of balance sheets and property accounting.
• Prepare weekly sales and margin reporting.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and support audits.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Double-entry accounting

Presentation to senior leaders

Proactive approach

Quick learner

Education

Part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW)

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Maths

Tools

Microsoft Navision

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive part-qualified Management Accountant to join our Finance team and take ownership of the Tenanted Division and Property Accounting. This hands‑on role offers variety and real responsibility, giving you the chance to develop your skills, take ownership of key financial processes, and make a visible impact across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the month‑end process for the Tenanted division (UK, Jersey & Guernsey) and preparing the results deck for senior leadership
• Taking ownership of Tenanted and Property balance sheets
• Managing all property accounting (rent, rates, service charges, landlord insurance) across our pub estate
• Weekly reporting – sales, margin, stock and other key metrics
• Duty calculations and payments to HMRC, VAT returns, retros and supplier liaison
• Bank reconciliations and audit support
• Ad hoc analysis to support business decisions

You’ll work closely with the Head of Tenanted, Property team, Finance Analysis team, and senior management, providing guidance and insight where needed.

What we’re looking for

• Part‑qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW) actively studying
• 3+ years’ experience in a finance department
• Solid understanding of double‑entry accounting and management accounts
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
• Comfortable presenting financial information to senior leaders
• Confident, proactive, and able to pick up complex work quickly

Nice‑to‑haves:

• Multi‑site or hospitality industry experience
• Experience with Microsoft Navision
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Maths, or similar

Why Join Us?

• Salary of up to £38k depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Hybrid working: in the office Mondays and Tuesdays, and from home the rest of the week
• 30% off food, drink & stays at any Butcombe Pub 20% off beer and merch from our online shop
• Exclusive perks and discounts from thousands of retailers with the Benefits Bar
• 24/7 wellbeing support – for your mental, physical and financial health
• Real opportunities for growth and development in a business that values its people
• Full study support to help you qualify while you work