Management Accountant

Job details

Posted Thursday 11 December 2025
Location Reading
Job type Contract
Reference 3924
Recruiter Name Zoe Jones

Management Accountant – Maternity Cover
Reading – Hybrid Working
£40,000 – £45,000

About the Client
This global organisation operates across the UK, Europe, and the USA and partners with some of the most recognisable names in their sector. They cultivate a dynamic work environment where work-life balance and employee well-being are priorities.

About the Job
An exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a high-performing finance team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. Supporting the Finance Director, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the financial health of the business, working across a variety of revenue streams and collaborating with commercial teams to support decision-making.

Duties will include:

  • Preparing timely and accurate management accounts across multiple revenue channels
  • Conducting profitability and margin analysis by artist, project, and sales channel
  • Managing month-end processes including journals, accruals, and reconciliations
  • Overseeing VAT and sales tax compliance in the UK, EU, and US
  • Supporting royalty reporting and audit processes
  • Collaborating with internal teams to manage inventory and support launches and tours
  • Providing financial insights and analysis to drive business performance

About the Successful Applicant
You will be a part-qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong technical accounting skills and experience in management accounts. A background in a creative, SME, or fast-paced environment is advantageous. Confidence in Excel and accounting systems is essential, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

What You Will Receive in Return
This is a rare opportunity to step into the commercial heart of a creative business, working in a collaborative team with exposure to global projects. You'll enjoy flexible hybrid working, the chance to be involved in exciting projects.