Management Accountant

Robertson Bell; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association is seeking a Management Accountant to join their supportive finance team in London. This role offers ownership of core finance processes and the chance to work closely with stakeholders, all within a values-driven organisation. Candidates should be part-qualified or newly qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and have experience in producing management accounts. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000, along with excellent work-life balance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Study support for finalists

Strong work-life balance

Supportive finance team

Qualifications

• Part-qualified (finalist) or newly qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Experience producing management accounts or month-end reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts and variance commentary.
• Support budget setting and routine forecasting.
• Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Work with budget holders to help them understand their numbers.
• Assist with year-end processes and external audit queries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes.

Skills

Producing management accounts

Attention to detail

Collaborative mindset

Working with non-finance stakeholders

Education

Part-qualified (finalist) or newly qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

£45,000 - £55,000 | London | Hybrid working | Housing Association

Looking to qualify (or newly qualified) and want a straightforward, well‑rounded Management Accountant role.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a values‑led Housing Association where you’ll gain solid post‑qualification experience, ownership of core finance processes and exposure to stakeholders all in a supportive, low‑ego environment that genuinely invests in development.

What you’ll gain

• A clear, well‑defined Management Accountant role
• Excellent exposure to budget holders and operational teams
• A supportive finance team with study support (if finalist)
• Strong work‑life balance and a mission‑driven organisation
• Experience within the housing / not‑for‑profit sector, highly regarded across finance

What you’ll do

• Produce monthly management accounts and variance commentary
• Support budget setting and routine forecasting
• Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
• Work with budget holders to help them understand their numbers
• Assist with year‑end processes and external audit queries
• Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes

What you’ll need

• Part‑qualified (finalist) or newly qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Experience producing management accounts or month‑end reporting
• Comfortable working with non‑finance stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset

Ready to take the next step?

Apply now to use your expertise where it truly matters and making a real difference across housing services.