Senior Management Accountant

Hillier Nurseries; Romsey; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established horticultural business in Romsey is seeking a Senior Management Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting financial processes, managing month-end tasks, and coordinating audits. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with at least 3 years' experience. A competitive salary of £50,000 per annum is offered alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Life assurance at 4 x annual salary

Enhanced group pension plan

31 days annual leave

20% employee discount

Free on-site parking

Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme

Access to retail discounts

Free entry to Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified accountant.
• 3+ years of experience required.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing profit & loss with commentary.
• Processing month-end journals.
• Conducting cost and variance analysis.

Skills

Analytical capabilities

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Degree-level education in a numerate discipline

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, or ACCA)

Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience (PQE)

Tools

Microsoft 365 (especially Excel)

Job description

Overview

Nurseries Limited is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join our busy finance team at our Head Office in Ampfield. This is a fixed-term, 12-month contract to provide both maternity cover and dedicated support for the Head of Finance during the implementation of our new finance system.

The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 per annum and presents an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to contribute to a well-established, values-driven business. This is a full-time role based at our Hillier Support Centre in Ampfield, near Romsey. Applicants must be able to commute to this location with occasional travel to other business locations will be required.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing profit & loss and providing supporting commentary
• Processing month-end journals (accruals and prepayments)
• Analysing utility spend
• Oversee month-end processes for Sales and Purchase Ledgers
• Conducting cost and variance analysis; authorising purchase invoices
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations
• Supervising the trainee accountant in relevant tasks
• Acting as a business partner to retail and nursery operations, proving key data and insights into trading performance
• Supporting the Head of Finance in the annual budgeting process
• Coordinating the year-end audit, liaising with auditors and internal teams
• Producing ad hoc reports and undertaking finance-related projects
• Carrying out additional duties as required by management

Qualifications and Attributes

• Degree-level education in a numerate discipline
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, or ACCA)
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience (PQE)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong team player with a flexible approach
• Excellent time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, especially Excel
• Strong analytical and numerical capabilities
• Demonstrates integrity and professional ethics
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal
• Able to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders

We offer

• Salary of £50,000 per annum
• Life assurance at 4 x annual salary
• Option to join an enhanced group pension plan
• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays
• 20% employee discount
• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family
• Access to retail discounts, deals, cashback offers, and Amazon savings
• Free entry to Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, and discounts at other gardens across the UK

About Hillier Nurseries

With over 150 years of horticultural heritage, Hillier Nurseries is a proud, family-owned business with a strong reputation in the industry. We\'re passionate about our people and value the positive contribution every team member brings to our success. You\'ll be joining a supportive, friendly team that believes in excellence, integrity, and collaboration.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Due to the nature of the role, a basic DBS check will be required; the cost of this will be covered by the Company.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Apply today and bring your expertise to a business where your work makes a real impact.