Management Accountant

The business is a leading, family-run business delivering excellence in civil engineering, demolition and site preparation. As the business continues to grow, it is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Management and Financial Accountant to strengthen the finance team and support strategic decision-making.

Role Overview

As the Management and Financial Accountant , you will play a key role in providing timely and accurate financial information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and enhancing financial control across the business. You will work closely with both operational and senior leadership teams to drive performance and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Management Accounting

Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports

Analyse performance vs budget / forecast, providing insightful commentary

Maintain cost centre reporting and assist operational teams with financial queries

Assist with annual budget setting and periodic re-forecasts

Financial Accounting

Support statutory accounts preparation and liaise with external auditors

Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed and reviewed

Manage accruals, prepayments, and journal entries

Monitor fixed asset register and depreciation schedules

Cash Flow & Controls

Prepare weekly / monthly cash flow forecasts

Support treasury and cash management activities

Assist in enhancing and maintaining financial controls and processes

Business Support & Projects

Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial accuracy of job costing

Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting tools, and dashboards

Support ad hoc analysis and business case development

Skills & Experience Required

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

3+ years' experience in a similar accounting role (construction or engineering sector advantageous)

Strong Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with accounting systems (e.g., Sage, COINS, or similar)

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

On Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional development and training support

Friendly and inclusive team environment

Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, dynamic business

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.