Management Accountant - Thame - £38,000 / £40,000 - Study support
About the Client
Wade Macdoanld are working with a well established and growing organisation within the Food and Beverage Services sector, operating at scale across the UK with a sizeable workforce and a strong operational footprint. They are a well-structured organisation with a collaborative finance function that plays a key role in supporting operational leaders across the business.
About the Job
Reporting into the Head of Finance, this role sits at the heart of the finance team, providing commercial and financial insight to operational stakeholders. You will take ownership of management accounting for a portfolio of contracts, ensuring accurate reporting, robust controls, and clear financial commentary to support performance and decision-making.
Duties will include:
- Producing monthly management accounts and financial reports for multiple contracts
- Acting as the primary finance contact for regional operational managers
- Analysing trading results, investigating variances, and preparing clear commentary
- Completing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining financial controls
- Coordinating budget preparation and uploading approved budgets into the finance system
- Reviewing weekly financial information, including stock, cash, accruals and prepayments
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
- Liaising with suppliers, customers and site-based teams to address financial queries
- Supporting payment runs and remittance processes
About the Successful Applicant
You will be a part-qualified or finalist Management Accountant (CIMA or ACCA) with strong Excel skills, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders. You will be organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
What You Will Receive in Return
In return, you will join a stable and supportive organisation that values development and internal progression. The role offers structured study support towards professional accounting qualifications, alongside pension and life assurance schemes, employee assistance support, and access to a range of high street and online discounts. You will also benefit from clear opportunities to build long-term career progression within a well-established finance team.