Management Accountant - Bristol - South

Accountancy / Finance
Ref: 4952 Date Posted: Wednesday 20 Aug 2025

Element are pleased to be supporting a growing client with the recruitment of a Management Accountant to join their finance team in Paulton, just south of Bristol.

This would suit someone part qualified or finalising their studies looking for a long term role working with a dynamic and engaging line manager who'll support your career progression and aspirations.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with external stakeholders to prepare accurate and timely budgets, management accounts, and financial forecasts across multiple schools.
  • Assist in the development and ongoing management of financial systems to maintain accurate records and deliver reliable financial reporting to budget holders.
  • Ensure adherence to statutory regulations and financial policies
  • Support the annual financial planning cycle, including preparation and review of budgets.
  • Advise and assist budget holders in managing their budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and identifying opportunities for additional funding or savings.
  • Ad hoc support of senior members of staff
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations and other key financial controls on a regular basis.
  • Contribute to internal audit activities, including reviewing internal controls
  • VAT returns, audit preparations, and submission of budgetary returns.

Key Characteristics

  • ACCA, CIMA, finalist or part qualified
  • Experienced with management accounts
  • confident communicator
  • Adept with Excel and Microsoft office.
  • Able to work as part of a team

Interested? Get in touch with Harry on harry.gibson@element-recruitment.co.uk, or press 'APPLY

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