Management Accountant

Be part of something bigger. Driving smarter decisions through trusted financial insight. We are the heartbeat of the city. A club with bold ambitions on a global stage and deep roots in our community. If you’re driven to raise the bar and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop, learn and make a real contribution in a fast‑paced and exciting environment.

We are looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented Management Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to our Senior Finance Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial information to support decision‑making across the Club. This role is ideal for a part‑qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) who enjoys working collaboratively, values accuracy, and is motivated by continuous improvement.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts in line with agreed deadlines
• Assist with preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts to support effective financial planning
• Completion of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy of financial data
• Preparation and analysis of financial information to support performance tracking and decision‑making
• Responsible for preparation of Group VAT return data and analysis of expenditure for Corporation and Employment tax returns, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail across all financial reporting
• Handle sensitive and confidential financial information with discretion at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance and the wider organisation
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working

The team:

You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive and dedicated Finance team who will help you settle in and succeed. We value curiosity, teamwork and a positive approach, and we work together to deliver high‑quality outcomes in a fast‑moving environment.

What we’re looking for:

• Part‑qualified ACA, CIMA or ACCA accountant, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven experience producing monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and IT literacy
• Experience working with sensitive and confidential information
• A collaborative team player with a positive, proactive approach
• A continuous improvement mindset, with a desire to improve efficiency and quality

United As One:

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding:

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive. We place high importance on safeguarding and the welfare of everyone we engage with, and all colleagues are expected to uphold this commitment.

How to apply:

Please apply as soon as possible, as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates. This position is UK‑based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including references and verification of eligibility to work. We do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.

Recruitment agencies: please note we do not accept unsolicited candidate details. Any candidates submitted without request will be considered direct applicants.