Strategic Management Accountant: Budgeting & Analysis Lead

First Base; Stroud; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is looking for a Management Accountant based in Stroud, England. The role entails verifying financial data, preparing monthly accruals, and managing fixed assets. Ideal candidates will hold ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualifications, have solid experience in management accounting, and possess advanced Excel skills. This full-time position offers a salary between £50,000 and £55,000 annually and entails responsibilities that ensure compliance with financial regulations and the support of strategic projects.

Qualifications

• ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified or part‑qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a similar management accounting role.
• Strong understanding of financial systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Verify financial data from other departments.
• Prepare monthly accruals and prepayments.
• Manage and maintain the fixed asset register.
• Report on income, expenditure, profit margins, and hire utilisation.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process.

Skills

ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified or part‑qualified

Proven experience in a similar management accounting role

Strong understanding of financial systems and reporting tools

Advanced Excel skills

Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

High level of attention to detail and accuracy

Proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

A leading financial services company is looking for a Management Accountant based in Stroud, England. The role entails verifying financial data, preparing monthly accruals, and managing fixed assets. Ideal candidates will hold ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualifications, have solid experience in management accounting, and possess advanced Excel skills. This full-time position offers a salary between £50,000 and £55,000 annually and entails responsibilities that ensure compliance with financial regulations and the support of strategic projects.