Management Accountant

Use your finance expertise to help create lasting social change

Blagrave Trust is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to provide high-quality financial insight, reporting and forecasting that supports strategic decision-making and maximises impact for young people and communities facing inequality.

Working closely with the Head of Operations, CEO, senior leaders and Trustees, you'll lead management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, audit and compliance activities while supporting colleagues across the organisation to make informed financial decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part qualified accountant who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, presenting financial information clearly, and using finance as a tool for positive social impact.

About Blagrave

At Blagrave we know that young people are often the most inspiring leaders of change, but can be denied access to the resources, networks, funding, and spaces that enable their ideas to take flight. That’s why our mission is to empower young people who face deep-rooted inequality to lead lasting change, by investing in their leadership, their communities, and in spaces where their ideas can thrive for generations to come.

We are a funder that works alongside young people, communities and partners towards social justice. We also invest in the local youth sector, and in physical spaces; buildings that will remain rooted in communities, supporting long-term local benefit.

About the Role

Key responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and scenario planning.
• Support SMT, Board and Finance & Investment Committee decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance, risks and opportunities.
• Lead audit preparation and statutory reporting.
• Oversee financial controls, compliance and cash flow management.
• Support and coach colleagues involved in finance administration.
• Act as a key financial partner across the organisation.

About You

You'll bring:

• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or be actively studying.
• Experience in management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of audit, statutory reporting and financial compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex financial information into clear insights.
• A genuine interest in how finance can drive social impact.

Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or public sector, grant funding, restricted funds or investment reporting would be advantageous.

This role is subject to a Basic DBS check, satisfactory references and the right to work in the UK.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will take place throughout the recruitment process. The role may close earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Blagrave is a Disability Confident employer. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. If you require this information in an alternative format or would like to discuss adjustments, please contact Tristan Shirley at Doing Good Recruitment.

Doing Good Recruitment is committed to the highest standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics, as well as socio-economic background. We understand that applicants may not always meet every criterion listed in the job description, if you meet most, we encourage you to apply.