Management Accountant

Job Description

Iconic London cultural institution (£63m income) seeks a Management Accountant to partner stakeholders.

The organisation The Royal Albert Hall is one of the world’s most iconic cultural institutions. Since opening in 1871, it has hosted leading figures from music, entertainment, science and public life, welcoming nearly two million visitors each year and reaching millions more globally through broadcast and digital channels.

With annual income of around £63m, the Royal Albert Hall balances commercial income generation with charitable objectives, operating in a dynamic and demanding setting. The organisation combines a historic Grade I listed building with a modern, commercially aware operating model, delivering large-scale events alongside an ambitious public benefit and fundraising programme. The environment is fast-paced and high profile, requiring robust financial management, strong collaboration across teams and the ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.
The job Reporting to the Financial Planning and Reporting Manager, this role plays a key part in supporting effective financial decision-making across the organisation. The Management Accountant acts as a finance business partner to circa 20 budget holders across a diverse portfolio, including Building and Projects, Philanthropy and Fundraising, and corporate services functions such as Finance and IT.

The role supports stakeholders throughout the annual budget, forecasting and year-end reporting cycle, ensuring that financial information is accurate, well understood and actively used to inform decision-making. Responsibilities include producing monthly management accounts and commentary, providing financial analysis and insight for senior stakeholders, supporting budgets and forecasts, contributing to year-end and audit processes, and delivering operational finance and ad hoc analytical support.

This is a hands-on, outward-facing role in a fast-moving environment, offering broad exposure across a complex organisation.
The person Candidates will have a proven finance background, ideally in management, accounting or business partnering. You will be part-qualified, qualified, or with equivalent experience. The successful individual will be technically strong, analytical and detail focused, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities. They will be confident engaging with non-finance colleagues, building trusted relationships, and explaining financial information clearly and pragmatically. Strong systems skills are required, particularly in Excel, with the ability to interrogate finance systems to extract insight. A flexible mindset, a proactive approach and a desire to continuously improve processes are essential.
What's in it for you? The Royal Albert Hall offers a compelling package, including:

- A salary of £44,625 to c.£51,000
- 35 hours per week on a full-time basis
- 25 days annual leave
Other benefits include hybrid working, up to 10% employer's pension contribution, free staff canteen, complimentary tickets, and a staff incentive scheme.
Above all, this is a genuinely great place to work, offering the chance to build your finance career in a collaborative, high-profile and purpose-led organisation.
How to apply? The recruitment process is being managed on behalf of the Royal Albert Hall by Peter O’Sullivan and Jenny Thompson at Hays. Please apply in the first instance to be considered for this opportunity. The closing date for applications is Friday 24 April. Candidates must be available for a first interview during the week commencing Monday 27 April. # 4786725