Management Accountant - Altum Consulting : Job Details

Management Accountant - Hybrid (London-based)Full-time, 35 hours per week | Permanent | Hybrid working (2 days in office)

Altum Consulting is proud to be partnering with long-establish national charity dedicated to supporting members of the Armed Forces community as they transition into civilian life. With over a century of combined experience, they provide life-long, life-changing support to veterans and their families - helping them find meaningful employment, access training, and rebuild confidence after military service.

They are seeking an proactive Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting the delivery of accurate management information, effective financial controls, and strong business decision-making within a values-driven organisation.

This is a varied and hands-on role that will suit a motivated individual with strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a collaborative approach. This will also be a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a supportive environment to progress your accounting career in a supportive environment.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts, with insightful variance analysis.

• Produce internal reports for the Senior Management Team and provide commentary on performance.

• Support funding and grant management, including preparing invoices, tracking expenditure, and ensuring compliance with agreements.

• Reconcile bank, VAT, funder, supplier, and payroll accounts in collaboration with the Accounts Manager.

• Prepare audit and compliance documentation, ensuring all financial records are accurate and up to date.

• Review nominal ledger activity and investigate discrepancies.

• Maintain and update finance policies, asset registers, and Gift Aid claims.

• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and financial performance.

Essential:

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• 2-3 years' accounting experience, ideally within a management accounting or similar role.

• Proven experience in budgeting, cost analysis, and variance reporting.

• Strong understanding of VAT and general accounting principles.

• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Desirable:

• Experience using Xero.

• Knowledge of charity sector accounting or fund-based reporting.

• Experience with payroll processes.

Benefits Include:

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with tenure plus Bank Holidays and additional time over between Christmas and New Year

• Health plan for you and dependents via Simply Health

• Pension contributions: 4% employer match

• Eye test expenses reimbursed and cycle to work scheme

• Flexible core hours to support work-life balance

If you are seeking a new challenge, please reach out today for a confidential conversation.