Management Accountant - Construction & Facilities - #1711401

Management Accountant – Construction & Facilities

Permanent | Full-Time | Hybrid Working Available

Salary: £45,000 + Car Allowance

Location: Manchester or Birmingham

Our client, a leading provider of integrated facilities management and infrastructure solutions, is seeking a commercially astute Management Accountant to oversee the financial performance of a high-profile maintenance contract for Avanti West Coast.

This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with a sharp eye for detail and a strong understanding of contract finance within the built environment.

You'll be working at the heart of a high-volume, fast-moving maintenance operation — managing thousands of work orders each month and ensuring costs are tracked, issues are identified early, and reporting is both accurate and actionable.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Management Accountant, Commercial Analyst, or in a similar finance role
• Background in construction, facilities management, maintenance, or infrastructure services
• Strong budgeting, cost control, and forecasting capabilities
• High proficiency in Excel; experience with CAFM or financial systems desirable
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with finance, operations, and commercial teams

Key responsibilities:

• Take ownership of contract-level financial reporting, including cost tracking, variance analysis, and forecasting
• Manage large volumes of financial data related to work orders, POs, and subcontractor invoices
• Prepare monthly reports, accruals, and cost value reconciliations (CVRs)
• Provide financial insight to operational teams to support decision-making and cost recovery
• Ensure accuracy in client billing, applications for payment, and audits
• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and controls

Why this role?This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, project-driven environment and wants to play a key role in supporting operational delivery across a major national contract.

Ready to take the next step in your commercial finance career? Apply today.