Management Accountant

Management Accountant, ideal for AAT Qualified or ACCA/CIMA studiers. Study support included

Your new company A high-growth, technology company based in Yarnton, Oxfordshire, is seeking a part-qualified Management Accountant to join its dynamic finance team. This permanent role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership-including the CFO, FP&A Director, and Financial Controller-in a small, high-impact team. The position is a blend of month-end reporting, business intelligence, and process improvement, making it ideal for a proactive AAT- qualified or part-qualified CIMA/ACCA professional eager to grow in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Your new role

  • Support month-end financial close, including preparation of results and management commentary.
  • Develop and maintain financial reporting packages for senior leadership and board use.
  • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and maintaining financial accuracy across business units.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
  • Optimise accounting systems (Xero) and evaluate additional financial tools.
  • Build dashboards and analytical reports to support strategic decision-making.
  • Support accounts payable/receivable operations and implement control improvements.
  • Conduct cost analysis and identify efficiency opportunities across the organisation.
  • Contribute to year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Looking for a CIMA, ACCA or ACA studier.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and prior experience supporting the month-end processes.
  • Proficiency in accounting systems (Xero preferred).
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging non-finance stakeholders.
  • Experience with BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker is desirable.
  • Organised, detail-oriented, and confident, working independently in a small team.

What you'll get in return

  • £40,000 - £45,000 annual salary
  • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
  • Opportunity to shape financial infrastructure in a scaling business
  • Fast-paced, innovative environment with significant professional growth potential
  • Study support
  • Private medical insurance
  • 9% Pension
  • Parking on site
  • 4 days working in office, 1 day from home
  • Flexible working hours

What you need to do now
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Company
HAYS
Location
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom OX1 1
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 40,000 - 45,000 Annual
Posted
Company
HAYS
Location
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom OX1 1
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 40,000 - 45,000 Annual
Posted