Management Accountant

Crest Nicholson Operations LTD; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Company Bonus Scheme

Private pension

Private healthcare

25 days' annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Share save scheme

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Crest Nicholson is seeking a Management Accountant to join our Midlands team based in the Tamworth Office. You will maintain the general ledger, support forecasting and budgeting, and prepare monthly management packs and the Board pack.

The role requires (or welcomes) ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications or Part/ Newly Qualified status, with experience in the construction sector preferred. A proactive, detail‑focused communicator who can liaise with multiple departments will excel in this fast‑paced

Qualifications

• Coins experience would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications: Part or Newly Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience in the construction industry is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to learn quickly with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of legal property/conveyancing terminology is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and MIS database to support reporting and forecasting.
• Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports.
• Assist in the production of monthly Board Pack and Management Pack.
• Support half year and full year end statutory and tax packs.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Attend cost review meetings and maintain forecasts with variance analysis.
• Monthly calculation of sales executive commissions and bonuses.
• Prepare and reconcile journals for plots completing in the month.
• Review accruals/prepayments with audit evidence and assist month-end close.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Prioritisation

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Coins

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. We are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant to join our Midlands team based in our Tamworth Office. We are a diverse team and are looking to recruit an individual who can work on their own initiative and is looking for a fast paced and challenging career.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and MIS database to support the Financial and Management Reporting and Forecasting/Budgeting process.
• Preparation of weekly and monthly sales reports.
• Assist in the production of the monthly Board Pack and monthly Management Pack.
• Support the completion of the Half Year and Full Year end Statutory Reporting Packs and Tax Packs.
• Support the internal and external audit process.
• Attend the monthly sales & marketing cost review meeting and maintain forecasts against budget with variance analysis.
• Monthly calculation of sales executive commission and bonus payments.
• Prepare, post & reconcile sales and cost of sales journals for plots legally completing in the month.
• Review accruals and prepayments ensuring appropriate audit evidence.
• Support the month end close process ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results.
• Robust monthly balance sheet reconciliations with appropriate audit evidence.
• Liaise with managers to resolve bought ledger queries including invoices awaiting approval, retrospective POs.
• Cover for the financial accountant during annual leave.

Key skills and experience required for this role

• Experience using Coins would be advantageous.
• Professional Qualifications; Part or Newly Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience of the construction industry is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to learn quickly and work proactively with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to understand legal property/conveyancing terminology would be advantageous to this role The ability to deal with the increased pressure associated with half year and year end financial reporting is essential.
• This position requires a person with good interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively with Line Manager, Financial Director and other departments at all levels, sound accounting knowledge, effective time management and the ability to prioritise are key.

The Company

Our people are at the heart of our business, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and recognise that everyone has different needs outside of work too. That’s why, wherever possible, we’ll consider flexible working requests across every role, helping you find the right balance between work and life.

We’re passionate about creating a culture built on collaboration, openness and continuous development, where your contributions are recognised, your career can grow, and you can make a real impact. At Crest Nicholson, we care about you as an individual, not just the role you do, and we’re committed to supporting every part of your life — from your wellbeing and financial security to your lifestyle and career.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed with you in mind. This includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Private pension
• Private healthcare and cash plan options
• 25 days' annual leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Share save scheme
• Gym membership discounts

As part of the recruitment process, we’ll ask you to provide some personal information so we can process your application. To find out more about how we collect, use and protect your data, please see our Recruitment Privacy Policy on the Crest Nicholson website.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us! Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it!