Management Accountant
Location: Herefordshire – Hybrid working (office, site and home-based)
Salary: Up to £47,000
Benefits: Hybrid working, generous leave, pension scheme, professional development support


Our client, a leading public sector services organisation, is hiring a Management Accountant to deliver high-quality management accounting support across key service areas.


This role offers the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders, strengthen financial performance and drive continuous improvement across a complex and diverse organisation.


What you’ll do
*Lead the provision of management accounting support for allocated service areas
*Oversee monthly budget monitoring, forecasting and variance analysis
*Coordinate annual budget setting and final accounts processes
*Support and guide finance colleagues to ensure quality and deadline adherence
*Prepare year-end audit papers and statutory/government returns


You’ll work closely with senior finance leaders, heads of service and budget holders to provide robust financial insight, challenge assumptions and promote a strong corporate approach to resource management.


What we’re looking for
*Qualified or part-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience)
*Strong background in management accounts and budget forecasting
*Experience supporting or mentoring finance colleagues
*Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
*Strong technical knowledge of financial regulations and accounting practice


The ideal candidate will bring commercial awareness, attention to detail and a proactive mindset, thriving in a collaborative and performance-focused environment.


Why join?
*Strategic, business-facing finance role
*Opportunity to shape financial best practice
*Hybrid and flexible working
*Supportive and values-driven culture

Apply now to play a key role in strengthening financial performance across a high-impact public service environment.