Full job descriptionHarper May is working with a growing media and events operator backed by experienced management and strategic investor support. The business runs multiple events and content streams annually, serving a broad client base across the UK and Europe. Recent expansion has driven complexity in project accounting and management reporting, and the finance function is now building the capability to keep pace with this growth. They are seeking a Management Accountant to establish clearer financial visibility and support commercial decision-making across the organisation.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will own the monthly management reporting cycle and develop the analytical foundation the business needs to manage performance and cash flow. Working across project teams, departmental heads, and senior leadership, you will translate financial data into insight that drives decisions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Produce monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis and commentary on performance drivers
*Build and maintain project-level financial tracking, ensuring costs and profitability are visible to stakeholders in real time
*Lead annual budget and forecast cycles, working with operational teams to build realistic plans and track delivery
*Monitor cash flow and working capital, identifying risks and recommending actions to protect liquidity
*Support cost control across the business, analysing spend trends and flagging opportunities for efficiency
*Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and business case support for commercial and strategic initiatives
*Ensure compliance with accounting standards and support external audit activity
What we are looking for
*ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified or part-qualified
*2-4 years as a Management Accountant, ideally in media, events, or professional services
*Strong Excel skills and proven experience with accounting systems and reporting tools
*Solid grasp of P&L, cash flow, and project accounting principles
*Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance audiences
*Comfortable with ambiguity and able to prioritise in a busy, project-driven setting