Management Accountant

Management Accountant

Location: St Vincent's Bradford, BD3 0DZ

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum DOE

Vacancy Type: Full Time, 12-month fixed term

Closing Date: 16th August 2026

Interviews: 19th and 20th August 2026

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Management Accountant to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional who enjoys working with complex financial information, building strong relationships with stakeholders and providing insightful financial support that helps drive organisational success.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts across the Society's nationally managed activities. These include National Office operations, our network of charity shops and furniture stores, advice and support centres, supported accommodation services and our Trading Subsidiary.

Working closely with budget holders, managers and colleagues across the Society, you'll provide expert financial advice, support budgeting and forecasting, monitor financial performance and help ensure strong financial governance across the organisation.

This is a varied and rewarding role that combines technical accounting expertise with business partnering, continuous improvement and the opportunity to contribute to the Society's mission of supporting people experiencing poverty and hardship.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare accurate monthly management accounts for all nationally managed projects within agreed timescales.
* Lead the preparation and presentation of the Trading Subsidiary management accounts.
* Produce monthly financial reports, variance analysis and management information for a range of stakeholders.
* Work closely with managers and budget holders to develop, monitor and review budgets, identifying corrective actions where required.
* Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts, consolidated accounts and audit working papers, acting as the primary contact for external auditors.
* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.
* Complete quarterly inter-Society reconciliations to support accurate financial consolidation.
* Process and reconcile recharges between projects.
* Produce financial trend analysis and performance reporting to support informed decision-making.
* Review Finance Operations activities relating to income processing, accounts payable, banking and membership, ensuring agreed KPIs are achieved.
* Monitor financial transactions across shops and projects, identifying and escalating any potential irregularities.
* Provide timely financial advice and excellent customer service to managers and colleagues across the Society.
* Support the development and implementation of robust financial systems, controls and processes.
* Maintain accurate financial records, including fixed asset registers, lease information and project records.
* Ensure compliance with Society financial policies and procedures across all projects.
* Deputise for the Head of Finance when required.
* Build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, project teams and stakeholders across the Society.

About You

Essential criteria:

* Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA).
* At least three years' experience in a management accounting role.
* Experience producing accurate management accounts within a complex organisational structure.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including functions such as SUMIFS, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
* Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and identify trends.
* Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues.
* A proactive approach with the ability to work independently, solve problems and continuously improve processes.
* Commitment to supporting the aims, values and mission of the St Vincent de Paul Society.

Desirable criteria:

* Experience working within the charity, voluntary or retail sectors.
* Experience working with auditors, business advisers and Boards or Committees.
* An active interest in the charitable and voluntary sector.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. We offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for St Vincent de Paul Society, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.