Management Accountant

Job Description

Job Title: Management Accountant
Department: Finance
Location: British Museum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 41 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break)
Salary: £48,144 – £53,132 per annum
Application Deadline: 12pm (midday) on 5 May 2025

About the Role

The British Museum is looking for an experienced and proactive Management Accountant to join its Finance team and support the delivery of top-tier management accounting services across the Museum. In this role, you will prepare accurate and timely management accounts, forecasts, and analyses while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

As a Management Accountant, you will oversee a range of financial responsibilities, including preparing materials for consolidated financial statements, liaising with auditors, collaborating with departments on project delivery, and contributing to the Museum’s budgeting process.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborating with management accountants and the accounts processing team to deliver best practice accounting, reporting, and processing services for all Museum staff.

Preparing financial reports, forecasts, and other key financial documentation.

Preparing materials for the Museum’s consolidated financial statements and liaising with auditors.

Ensuring compliance with public sector and charitable sector regulations, standards, and guidelines.

Analyzing the Museum’s income and expenditure streams to monitor performance, drive efficiency, and improve profitability.

Reviewing financial information for business cases and funding applications.

About You

You’ll need to have the following qualifications and experience:

• A degree-level education (or equivalent experience) with an ACA accountancy qualification.
• Strong technical knowledge of relevant accounting standards and the regulatory framework, including income tax, National Insurance (NI), and VAT.
• Proven audit experience, including some post-qualification experience.
• Ability to handle and resolve complex financial issues across multiple areas of the organisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to resolve problems efficiently and make informed decisions under pressure.

About the British Museum

Founded in 1753, the British Museum houses a collection spanning over two million years of human history and culture. Its world-renowned collection includes iconic objects such as the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, and the Sutton Hoo treasures. The Museum is a leading visitor attraction and continues to be a global hub for research and education.

What We Offer

In addition to working for one of the world’s most famous institutions, we offer a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Generous annual leave allowance (25 days, rising to 30 days after 10 years of service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
• Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme.
• Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions.
• Access to private and public Museum events, including talks from leading curators and behind-the-scenes learning opportunities.
• Interest-free loans for travel, bicycles, and rental deposits.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounts on food and in the gift shop.

Additional Information

• Interview Dates: Interviews are expected to take place in May.
• Application Support: If you need any assistance or adjustments for your application, please contact us at bmrecruit@britishmuseum.org.
• Right to Work in the UK: The British Museum can sponsor a limited number of roles for eligible applicants who meet the criteria for a Skilled Worker Visa. To find out more about eligibility, please visit the UK Government Skilled Worker Visa page.

Commitment to Equality and Diversity

The British Museum is dedicated to promoting equality and creating a diverse workforce that reflects the global culture we represent. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented ethnic minority groups for senior roles.

We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments for candidates and employees who need them, and we welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements. We offer flexible working options, with this role typically requiring on-site presence for 1-2 days a week.

We look forward to receiving your application!