Management Accountant

  • Alexander Mae HR
  • Bristol, Somerset
  • Mar 02, 2026
Contractor Accounting

Job Description

We are delighted to be supporting a prestigious and privately owned Estate in Gloucestershire in the appointment of a Management Accountant. Set within a stunning countryside location, this is a rare opportunity to work in a distinctive setting as part of a warm, professional and close-knit team. The role is a seven month contract to cover maternity leave.

This role offers both professional challenge and variety, with exposure across multiple business streams within the Estate. You will play a key role in supporting financial operations, delivering insight, and partnering with stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Finance, responsibilities will include:

  • Ownership of month-end processes (journals, accruals, prepayments, recharges, fixed assets)
  • Preparation of monthly Management Accounts with robust commentary and variance analysis
  • Balance sheet reconciliations and investigation of variances
  • KPI reporting and project cost analysis
  • Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting
  • Preparation of quarterly reporting packs for senior leadership
  • Maintaining strong relationships with budget holders, providing constructive challenge and insight
  • Oversight of payroll review, credit card controls and PO processes
  • VAT returns, P11Ds and partnership tax return preparation support
  • Asset register management and insurance alignment
  • Supporting process improvement initiatives and system enhancements

This is a hands-on role requiring both attention to detail and the confidence to operate at a strategic level.

About You

  • Fully qualified CIMA / ACA / ACCA (or equivalent)
  • Previous experience in a Management Accountant role
  • Strong Excel capability
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Exposure to VAT

You will be:

  • Commercially aware and solutions-focused
  • Confident communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Comfortable working autonomously while contributing positively to a team
  • Discreet and professional, with a strong appreciation for confidentiality
  • Proactive, adaptable and motivated to improve ways of working

What's on Offer

  • Salary - £50,000 - £55.000
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Private medical and dental cover
  • 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to product discount

This is a rare opportunity to combine meaningful financial responsibility with an exceptional working environment.