Part-qualified management accountant in Cardiff

Part-qualified management accountant job description

A key early-career opportunity for aspiring finance professionals, the Part-Qualified Management Accountant role supports essential accounting tasks, financial analysis and month-end reporting. This role is ideal for those pursuing growth, hands-on experience and the chance to influence business performance from within.

What is management accounting?

Management accounting is about using financial insights to guide internal business decisions. Unlike financial accounting, which focuses on historical data for external stakeholders, management accounting is forward-looking, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. According to Robert Half, management accountants translate complex financial information into actionable insights for business leaders.

Key responsibilities

Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports

Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

Perform reconciliations and process journal entries

Analyse financial data to support business decisions

Contribute to audit preparation and compliance

Background and experience

As Salima Izagaren, Business Manager at Robert Half, notes: “The most common route into a management accounting position is to take an entry-level role, usually as an accounts assistant, within the finance function of a company, then work your way up.”

Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Experience in a finance or accounts assistant role

Strong numerical and analytical abilities

Confident using Excel and accounting systems

Clear communicator and effective team collaborator

Team structure

Part-Qualified Management Accountants typically report to Management Accountants, Finance Managers, or Financial Controllers and work closely with:

Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerks

Finance Analysts

Payroll Officers

This role offers broad exposure across the finance function and opportunities to build professional relationships.

What makes the role rewarding?

This position provides hands-on experience, professional development, and a springboard into more senior finance roles:

Involvement in meaningful financial processes

Mentorship from senior finance professionals

Practical application of accounting principles

Structured pathway to qualification and advancement

Future-focused skills and development

With the rise of digital tools and automation, today's part-qualified professionals are expected to build strong technical and analytical skills. Key focus areas include:

Financial data analysis and reporting tools

Knowledge of accounting software and digital platforms

Clear communication and problem-solving

Continued progression toward ACA, ACCA, or CIMA certification

How industry affects the role

Responsibilities vary by sector, offering different areas of focus:

Financial Services: Regulatory reporting and controls

Technology: Agile budgeting and dynamic financial support

Manufacturing: Cost tracking and inventory insights

Retail and FMCG: Volume-based reporting and margin analysis

Non-Profit and Education: Restricted funding and compliance reporting

Role differences by company size

SMEs: Greater variety of day-to-day tasks, including general ledger support and full-cycle accounting

Large enterprises: Defined responsibilities within specialist teams, often with structured development programs

Sought-after benefits

Employers often offer a range of attractive perks, including:

Study support for accounting qualifications

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Enhanced holiday and leave policies

Wellbeing and mental health support programs

Clear learning and development pathways

Career progression

This role is a natural springboard to fully qualified positions, such as:

Management Accountant

Finance Analyst

Financial Accountant

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Salary for Part-qualified management accountant in Cardiff

38000 - 48000

25th percentile

38000

The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.

50th percentile

42000

The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.

75th percentile

48000

The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills, and may have specialised qualifications.

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