Part-Time Management Accountant — Project Costing & Reporting

The Company

Management Accountant - Part time - 22.5 hours. We are delighted to be partnering with a growing and well-established group of businesses operating within the construction and technical services sector to recruit a Management Accountant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment supporting two complementary businesses, offering great exposure to operational and commercial finance.

You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, strengthening controls, and providing insight to support decision-making across the group.

Reporting into the Finance Director, this position will take ownership of the day-to-day financial management across both entities, ensuring high-quality reporting and meaningful financial insight.

Key responsibilities include:

• Financial Reporting & Control
  • Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Maintaining and enhancing financial controls and processes
  • Ensuring effective integration and data flow between financial systems
• Project Accounting
  • Monitoring project costs against budgets
  • Working closely with operational teams to ensure accurate recording of purchases and subcontractor costs
  • Reviewing work in progress (WIP) and managing month-end accruals
  • Ensuring accurate cost allocation across projects
• Compliance & Tax
  • Managing and reviewing VAT returns, including sector-specific requirements
  • Overseeing PAYE liabilities and liaising with HMRC where required
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant industry schemes and regulations
  • Liaising with external providers in relation to payroll submissions
• Business Partnering
  • Providing insight into margins, cost overruns, and contract performance
  • Supporting operational and strategic decision-making
  • Acting as a key finance contact for operational stakeholders

Essential:

• Previous experience in a management accounting or similar role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and improvement opportunities
• Excellent systems skills, including advanced Excel
• Ability to develop and improve financial processes

Desirable:

• Experience with in a construction or project-based environment
• Understanding of concepts such as WIP, CIS, or project costing
• Exposure to cloud-based accounting systems (e.g. Xero)
• Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

Personal Attributes:

• High attention to detail and strong focus on accuracy
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across teams