Management Accountant

EG Group; Horwich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary performance-based bonus scheme

Accredited qualifications and apprenticeships

Hybrid working – up to 2 days per week

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Generous annual leave entitlement

Annual leave buy back scheme

Discounted gym membership

One paid volunteering day per year

Wellbeing facilities

Free secure on-site parking

Dress Down Fridays

Free VDU eye test

Job summary

EG Group is seeking a Management Accountant to join their Finance team at Head Office in Horwich, UK. The successful candidate will support the delivery of accurate management accounts, financial reporting, and performance analysis while engaging with both Finance and operational stakeholders.

This role is ideal for a part-qualified accountant eager to develop their career in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include month-end processes, budgeting, and financial analysis, along with supporting operational decision-making.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Management Accounting or Assistant Management Accounting role.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive and eager to develop within a finance career.

Responsibilities

• Producing accurate monthly management accounts and reconciliations.
• Leading month-end processes to ensure compliance with Group requirements.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and business decision-making.
• Managing balance sheet controls and ensuring risks are identified.

Skills

Excel skills

Financial data analysis

Month-end processes

Communication skills

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)

Job description

EG Group are looking for a Management Accountant to join the Finance team at Head Office. In this role, you will support the delivery of accurate and timely management accounts, financial reporting, and performance analysis across the business, while working closely with both Finance and operational stakeholders.

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in month-end processes, balance sheet control, budgeting, and financial analysis, helping to support decision-making and drive business performance. This role is well suited to a part-qualified accountant who is looking to develop their experience within a fast-paced, commercially focused environment with exposure to senior stakeholders and operational finance activities.

Why Join EG Group?

• Discretionary performance-based bonus scheme
• Grow your career – gain accredited qualifications, apprenticeships, and progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Hybrid working – up to 2 days per week (dependent on role and business needs)
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – Cycle to Work and Car Scheme available
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Annual leave buy back scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days
• Discounted gym membership – stay healthy and save on fitness costs
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Wellbeing facilities – space to relax and recharge
• Free secure on-site parking
• Dress Down Fridays
• Free VDU eye test

What you’ll be doing:

• Producing accurate monthly management accounts, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations within agreed deadlines.
• Leading or supporting month-end processes, ensuring reporting is accurate, complete, and aligned with Group requirements.
• Supporting variance and trend analysis, providing insights into financial performance across sites and cost centres.
• Working closely with operational and commercial teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and business decision-making.
• Managing balance sheet controls, fixed asset accounting, and ensuring financial risks are appropriately identified and managed.
• Assisting with quarterly reporting, statutory audits, and ad-hoc finance projects where required.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of finance processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.

What we’re looking for:

• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Previous experience in a Management Accounting or Assistant Management Accounting role.
• Strong Excel skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data.
• Good understanding of month-end processes, journals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to work closely with operational stakeholders and support decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across the business.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to continue developing within a finance career.

Who is EG Group?

EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 7 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.