Talent Guardian is recruiting a qualified Management Accountant to take ownership of management accounting and financial control across UK business units.
This is a senior finance role with responsibility for reviewing, challenging, and signing off management accounts, while leading and developing a team responsible for day-to-day reporting. The role plays a key part in standardising reporting, strengthening balance sheet integrity, and supporting the integration of newly acquired businesses.
Key Responsibilities
Full responsibility for the sign-off of UK management accounts (P&L and balance sheet) prior to final review
Line management of Accounts Managers responsible for individual business units
Review, challenge, and improve P&L reporting and key judgements
Review and challenge balance sheet reconciliations across all UK entities
Ensure clear ownership of balance sheet areas across AP, AR, Payroll, and other functions
Improve the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of reporting through coaching and review
Drive standardisation of management accounts, reconciliations, and month-end processes
Support the integration of newly acquired businesses into group reporting standards and systems
Identify and implement process, system, and control improvements to support scalable finance operations
Act as a senior escalation point for technical accounting, controls, and reporting matters About You
Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)
Strong background in management accounting and balance sheet control
Proven experience reviewing and signing off management accounts
Experience managing or mentoring finance team members
Comfortable working in multi-entity, fast-growing, or PE-backed environments
Strong technical accounting knowledge with a pragmatic, hands-on approach
Confident communicator, able to challenge constructively and develop others
Experience with ERP systems such as Sage 200 is desirable What’s on Offer
A senior UK finance role with real ownership and accountability
Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes within a growing business
High visibility within the finance leadership team
Competitive salary and benefits package
Strong long-term development opportunities If you’re a qualified Management Accountant looking for a role with genuine influence and progression, Talent Guardian would love to hear from you