Management Accountant

Ethical Power Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Management Accountant to enhance financial management and reporting. The successful candidate will prepare management accounts, ensure compliance with financial controls, and provide insights for decision-making. Essential qualifications include AAT certification and experience in management accounting. The company promotes a diverse, inclusive culture and offers a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexible work environment

Support for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L and cash flow.
• Maintain and reconcile key control accounts.
• Support annual budgets and periodic re-forecasts.

Skills

Management accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Commercial awareness

Education

AAT qualified or equivalent experience

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

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

Role Overview

The Management Accountant will support the financial management of the business by producing accurate management accounts, maintaining strong financial controls, and providing insight into performance across projects and the wider company. This role combines day-to-day finance responsibilities with strategic reporting and analysis to support decision-making.

What will you be doing?

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting support.
• Maintain and reconcile key control accounts (payroll, VAT, accruals, prepayments, intercompany).
• Manage and update the fixed asset register.
• Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Produce P&L analysis of Control Panel costs.
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and external audits.
• Assist with annual budgets and periodic re-forecasts.
• Analyse overheads, margins, and support the Project Accountant on project profitability.
• Prepare and maintain working capital and cash flow forecasts.
• Support project accounting processes and reconciliations.
• Provide project managers with cost reports and financial insights to aid decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting standards.
• Provide general finance-related administrative support.

What are we looking for?

• AAT qualified or equivalent experience
• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP/accounting systems is a plus.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to provide insights to support business decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Why join us?

At Ethical Power we are more than just a team, you’ll find a culture that values collaboration, celebrates diverse perspectives and supports growth every step of the way. Our benefits package is competitive, our work environment is flexible and our commitment to work life balance means you’ll thrive professionally and personally. We set ourselves ambitious objectives and strive to work according to our values of Innovations, Progress and Excellence.

We know that a diverse and inclusive team drives innovation, collaboration, and a deeper connection to our communities. We are actively dedicated to building a workplace where every team member can thrive and feel empowered to be their true selves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your unique perspectives to Ethical Power. Together, we can create a better, more inclusive future for all.