Management Accountant - Civil Service/Public Sector | Hybrid Working Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid) Salary: £35,824 - £40,205 £1,750 location allowance Up to £3,000 dependent on professional qualifications Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Security Clearance: Subject to SC (Security Check) clearance Make Your Mark Where It Matters Join a secure government organisation with a global footprint. You'll apply your financial skills in an operational environment where finance underpins everything-from infrastructure and technology to strategic transformation projects. You'll contribute to public value by helping teams deliver smarter, more efficient, and more transparent outcomes. Whether you're part-qualified or newly qualified (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent), this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership in a dynamic environment and gain exposure to project work, forecasting, and monthly reporting cycles-all while developing under experienced finance leadership. What You'll Be Doing This is a broad and engaging Management Accounting role, split 50/50 between general and project accounting responsibilities. You will: * Prepare and present monthly MI reports and ad-hoc analysis to support operational decision-making * Ensure labour costs are recovered accurately across corporate functions, and adapt charging models as needed * Review compliance controls monthly and recommend corrective actions where required * Build and support business cases for Opex and Capex proposals * Track financial benefits against plans and provide ongoing reporting for corporate planning * Assist with financial forecasting and budgeting, including project revenue stream analysis from internal CRM and PM tools * Liaise directly with Project and Business Managers on new initiatives and monthly cycles Who We're Looking For This role is well-suited to part-qualified or recently qualified accountants who are looking to build experience in both operational and project finance. Prior project accounting exposure is helpful but not essential-full training and support will be provided. * CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent - either part-qualified, newly qualified, or with up to 2 years' PQE * Experience in management accounting * Confidence in Excel and financial modelling (Power BI desirable) * Familiarity with Oracle Cloud, ERP systems, Salesforce, and/or MS Project tools * Strong analytical, reporting, and data manipulation skills * An understanding of working with public money and NAO frameworks (training is provided) * A willingness to learn in a secure, complex environment where not all project data is visible due to confidentiality This is not a business partnering role, but you'll gain regular exposure to stakeholders and project teams, giving you the chance to develop your influencing skills and commercial awareness. A Typical Monthly Cycle * Week 1: Month-end journal preparation and account closure * Week 2: MI reporting and analysis * Weeks 3-4: Budget tracking, forecasting and planning for the next cycle You'll need to pick up the month-end process within your first 3-6 months. Strong time management and attention to detail are essential to meet tight reporting deadlines (5-day window). Career Development & Support * Study support (funding and leave) is available after probation via an internal accreditation scheme * Annual subscriptions to professional bodies are reimbursed * Induction and training provided for public sector standards and financial governance frameworks * Future opportunities to progress into Finance Business Partnering or other roles within a 16-person operational finance team Benefits at a Glance Total Reward Package worth up to 37% above base salary includes: * 25-30 days annual leave (plus 9 public/privilege holidays) * Defined benefit Civil Service Pension (26.6%-30.3% employer contribution) * Performance-related bonus (£700-£3,150) corporate bonus (e.g., £950 in 2023) * Study leave (after probation) and paid exam support * Interest-free season ticket and cycle-to-work loans * On-site gym, nursery, staff restaurant and café * Flexible hybrid working - typically 60% on-site (more during induction) * Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental leave * Special leave options for compassionate, adoption, marriage, and study reasons * Leave trading (buy or sell up to 10 days annually) * Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme and staff discount scheme (MyLifestyle) Security Clearance & Eligibility This role is reserved for British citizens only and requires SC security clearance. Candidates must have lived in the UK for 5 of the last 10 years (with at least 12 consecutive months in the UK unless covered by government service abroad). Clearance typically takes 6 weeks but may vary. If you already hold valid SC clearance, it may be transferred. Please send your CV, quoting reference LX (phone number removed)