Management Accountant

JWH Recruitment; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent independent accountancy firm in Exeter as a Management Accountant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting commercial decisions through insightful financial analysis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative finance team, contributing to the preparation of management reports and enhancing the Finance Business Partnering function. With a commitment to employee development and a modern, inclusive culture, this firm offers a hybrid working model, generous benefits, and ongoing career growth opportunities. If you are passionate about finance and looking to make a real impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible hours

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance policy

Health cashback plan

Access to perks and discounts through Perkbox

Yulife employee wellbeing platform

Regular social events

Ongoing career development

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Qualified in ACA, ACCA or CIMA with proven management accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of monthly management reports with insightful analysis.
• Collaborate with teams to provide clear financial insights for decision-making.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Attention to Detail

Education

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

Part-qualified candidates considered

Tools

Excel

Financial Systems

Job description

Management Accountant

Location: Exeter

About Us

We are proud to partner with a prominent independent accountancy firm based in Exeter, known for delivering tailored audit, tax, and advisory services across a wide range of sectors including education, healthcare, real estate, and professional services. With a strong regional presence and a modern, inclusive working culture, this firm has experienced significant growth and is committed to both technical excellence and employee development. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative finance team where your insights will directly support commercial decisions and continuous improvement across finance operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly management reports with insightful analysis and commentary.
• Develop and enhance the Finance Business Partnering function to better support operational teams.
• Collaborate closely with client-facing and support functions to provide clear financial insights.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager in preparing budgets and conducting regular forecast reviews.
• Assist in the production of financial statements and liaise with auditors during year-end processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards, including LLP, SORP, VAT, and Corporation Tax.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the finance transaction processing team.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial controls and processes.
• Promote a strong internal control culture and continuous improvement in financial operations.

Requirements

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (part-qualified candidates will be considered).
• Proven experience in producing monthly management accounts and completing month/year-end processes.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Experience in mentoring or coaching team members.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with financial systems.
• Awareness of data privacy and compliance standards.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and office closure over the Christmas period
• Hybrid working model with flexible hours
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance policy
• Health cashback plan including 24/7 GP and mental health support services
• Access to a wide range of perks and discounts through Perkbox
• Yulife employee wellbeing platform
• Regular social events and activities through dedicated committees
• Ongoing career development and training opportunities
• A diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace culture