Management Accounting Analyst

Cadent Gas Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Coventry is looking for a Management Accounting Analyst to join their Network Finance Team. The successful candidate will support financial processes, contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and provide insightful analysis to operational managers. Key qualifications include being a part-qualified accountant and strong analytical skills. This position fosters collaboration and offers various benefits including bonuses and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched

25 days holiday plus statutory days

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Retail discounts and gym access

Qualifications

• Actively studying for a finance qualification.
• Experience with financial analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly reporting cycles.
• Work closely with finance and operational teams.
• Assist with control activities and identify improvements.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Budgeting and forecasting

Proficient in Excel

Curiosity and process improvement

Education

Part-qualified accountant (UK-recognised body)

Job description

Cadent Gas Ltd

Deliver insight that drives operational decisions

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Management Accounting Analyst to join our Network Finance Team. With an operational focus, you’ll support our Network teams and report to a Network Finance Business Partner. You’ll play a key role in ensuring financial processes are consistent and controlled, while providing valuable insight to operational and commercial managers to help them make informed decisions.

This is a varied and engaging role that offers challenge, development, and the chance to build strong relationships across the business.

Why you’ll love this role:

• Performance Insight – Support monthly reporting cycles and provide analysis to help managers understand financial performance.
• Business Partnering – Work closely with finance and operational teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
• Process Support – Assist with control activities and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ad-hoc Analysis – Investigate financial data to support decision‑making and continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring:

You’re a proactive and analytical finance professional with a passion for learning and collaboration.

• Part‑qualified accountant actively studying with a UK‑recognised body
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Proficient in Excel (lookups, pivot tables)
• Curious mindset with a willingness to challenge and improve processes

Looking to grow your finance career in a dynamic and supportive environment? Join us as a Management Accounting Analyst and help shape the future of financial performance.

Interviews scheduled to commence Thursday 30th October.

Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.

What’s In It for You

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work‑life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men’s Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!

What’s next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up‑to‑date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home.

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