Management Accountant | Reading | Hybrid (3 days in office) | up to £58,000 + bonus (DoE)
Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a well-established, family-owned business based in Reading that has built a strong reputation for quality, stability, and long-term growth. With a loyal customer base and continued investment in its people and infrastructure, the business combines the security of a longstanding brand with a modern, forward-thinking approach to finance and technology.
The culture is genuinely collaborative, with a low-ego environment where ideas are welcomed and people work closely across functions. You'll be joining a finance team led by an approachable and highly regarded Head of Management Accounts, known for developing talent and giving individuals the autonomy to make a real impact.
The Role
This is a commercially focused Management Accountant position with ownership of Group cost reporting, acting as a key Business Partner to the Tech function and overhead cost centres. You'll have strong exposure to senior stakeholders and play a visible role in supporting decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Owning monthly management accounts for Group costs and overheads
2. Partnering with Tech on capex, timesheets and cost control
3. Delivering clear variance analysis, commentary and rolling forecasts
4. Maintaining capitalisation processes and fixed asset accounting
5. Supporting budgets, business cases and project analysis
6. Involvement in cashflow forecasting, VAT, intercompany and audit
What they're looking for
7. Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
8. Strong grounding in UK GAAP (FRS102)
9. Proven ability to build relationships and influence non-finance stakeholders
10. Comfortable working in a flexible, autonomous environment
11. A proactive mindset with a focus on adding commercial value
Why this role stands out
12. Stable, growing business with a strong track record
13. Supportive leadership and clear development opportunities
14. Collaborative culture with close interaction across the business
15. Genuine scope to influence and improve processes
16. Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, partner closely with the business and work in a supportive environment, apply today!
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