Management Accountant

Are you a switched-on, ambitious Management Accountant looking to make a real impact in a fast-growing, progressive business?
Do you thrive in a role where you can take ownership, influence change, and shape the financial future of a company?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive and forward-thinking Management Accountant to join our dynamic team in Cardiff. You'll play a key role in managing the company's financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning - ensuring our leadership team has the insight needed to make confident business decisions.

This is a hands-on, varied role suited to someone who enjoys end-to-end ownership, continuous improvement, and working closely with senior leaders in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations

• Oversee daily accounting and operational finance activities.
• Manage the finance inbox and respond to internal/external queries.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable, including invoice entry and processing.
• Lead credit control and payment chasing, ensuring timely client payments.
• Manage bank feeds, reconciliations, and accurate transaction posting.
• Administer payroll, expenses, and VAT returns in compliance with HMRC.
• Maintain organised, auditable financial records and liaise with external accountants and tax advisors.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.
• Produce cash flow statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and ad hoc financial analyses.
• Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts and liaise with auditors.
• Deliver timely financial insights to the CEO and senior leadership team.
• Help design and implement new reporting and accounting systems to support growth.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in preparing the annual budget and ongoing rolling forecasts.
• Track performance against budget and highlight key variances.
• Maintain and update cash flow forecasts to support planning and decision-making.

Systems, Processes & Controls

• Maintain and enhance Xero accounting systems for efficiency and accuracy.
• Strengthen internal controls and document financial procedures.
• Review and improve processes, introducing automation where practical.

Operational & Business Support

• Partner with operational and event teams to support project costing and P&L tracking.
• Provide financial data and insight to help deliver profitable outcomes.
• Support HR and operations with payroll and benefits administration.
• Ensure the company is audit-ready and compliant across all financial functions.

About You

You'll be:

• FQ or PQ (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with strong management accounting experience.
• Detail-oriented, yet commercially minded - comfortable translating numbers into actionable insights.
• Confident working autonomously in a growing, fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in using Xero (or similar cloud-based systems).
• A proactive problem-solver who embraces process improvement and innovation.
• Strong communicator with the ability to partner effectively across teams.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, ambitious company where your ideas are valued.
• Work alongside a supportive and entrepreneurial leadership team.
• Opportunity to develop your career and shape the finance function as we scale.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working environment based in the heart of Cardiff.

Ready to take the next step?
If you're an energetic, forward-thinking Management Accountant looking to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and be part of our exciting growth journey.