Management Accountant

We are seeking a part-qualified management accountant to take ownership of the management accounts process for a portfolio of events, producing high-quality, accurate information within a strict month-end deadline. The role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is confident in delivering monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis, and is keen to further develop their experience in budgeting and forecasting. A positive, resilient and personable character with the ability to build credibility and rapport quickly. Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast-growing environment. Adaptable and able to thrive in a changing business. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain high standards under pressure.

Team Reporting and Structure

Reporting to: Finance Business Partner within the finance team.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of monthly management accounts for a portfolio of events.
• Prepare and review journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations accurately and within month-end deadlines.
• Produce variance analysis with clear written commentary, ensuring any variances to budget/forecast are investigated and fully explained.
• Own balance sheet reconciliations for assigned entities, investigating and resolving any issues.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and financial control.
• Coordinate with budget holders during the budgeting and forecasting process for your portfolio of events, ensuring deadlines are met and challenging budget holders where appropriate.
• Build strong relationships with budget holders and provide clear financial information to support decision-making.
• Support the improvement of cost control processes and reporting.
• Take initiative to streamline and improve processes within the management accounts team.
• Lead the annual audit process for the assigned portfolio of events.
• Support the development and effective use of Planful as the organisation’s planning and reporting platform.
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Support the wider finance team as the business continues to grow.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent), actively studying towards qualification.
• Proven experience in a management accountant role or similar in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Strong business partnering skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Proactive, organised, and keen to develop within a growing finance team.
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Planful and/or Microsoft Dynamics is desirable.
• Experience with Power Query/ Power BI would be advantageous.

Inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do at Nineteen, and that requires a diverse team of great colleagues who feel they have a clear place with us, supporting us all to grow. The more inclusive our employees feel, the better we feel and the quicker we all develop. We are keen to meet people with varied backgrounds and experiences.