At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Management Accounts team to transform financial data into strategic insights.
- Company: Future, a global leader in specialist media with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped leave, profit-sharing bonuses, and well-being support.
- Other info: Hybrid role with excellent career growth opportunities in a diverse environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving efficiency and innovation in finance.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with management accounting experience and automation skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Our Management Accounts team is at the heart of Future's fast-moving media business, turning financial data into clear insights that help shape strategy and drive performance. We work closely with teams across the organisation to deliver accurate, timely reporting that supports confident decision-making. With a culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we're always looking for smarter, better ways to do things. If you enjoy solving problems, partnering with brilliant colleagues, and bringing numbers to life, this could be a great opportunity to grow and make an impact.
As part of the team responsible for Future's management accounting, you will play a key role in reviewing existing processes and driving continuous improvement across the month-end close. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you will act as the key problem solver for the B2C management accounting team. Future aims to create a month-end process that is as automated and efficient as possible, with Straight Through Processing at its core. This role will be central to achieving that vision, providing support, analysis and expertise wherever required across the team.
Experience that will put you ahead of the curve:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, or ACCA) with strong technical knowledge.
- Proven experience in management accounting, including month-end close and financial reporting.
- Experience applying AI or automation tools within a finance function to improve efficiency and accuracy.
What's in it for you:
- The expected range for this role is £50,000 - £60,000.
- This is a Hybrid role from our Bath Office, working XX days from the office, XX from home.
- Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time.
- When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus.
- Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future.
- Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes.
- Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan.
Who are we…
We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.
We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!
Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future
We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone. Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.
Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!
Finance Manager, Management Accounts - 12 Month FTC in Bath employer: Future Publishing Llc
Future is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With a hybrid working model from our London Padding office, employees enjoy the flexibility of working from home while benefiting from uncapped leave, profit-sharing bonuses, and opportunities for professional development. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered, making Future a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in the media industry.
