Management Accountant - Wilderness
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join the Finance function at group level on behalf of our parent company, Wilderness.
Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join the Finance function at group level on behalf of our parent company, Wilderness. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial performance and strategic decision-making across the group.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, and working closely with the Finance Manager for specific projects and tasks, you will play a pivotal role in preparing, analysing, and managing financial data across multiple entities. This role requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with colleagues across the business.
You will also support improvements in accounting processes, implementation of new systems, and coaching of the Finance Team to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial management.
What You’ll Be Doing
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare management accounts, including profit and loss and balance sheet reconciliations.
Analyse financial performance against budget and month-on-month trends, providing commentary for the Heads of Finance and Regional Finance Officer.
Perform monthly group reporting, including P&L commentary and analysis.
Accounting & Process Management
Prepare revenue postings for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and improving processes for efficiency and accuracy.
Manage postings for FAM trips, liaising with teams to ensure budget adherence.
Manage bank transactions and monitor spending in line with company expense policies.
Prepare and post accruals and prepayments to ensure correct expense allocation.
Assist with the implementation of a new accounting system.
Collaboration & Support
Liaise with auditors during the audit process.
Support ad-hoc tasks for the Head of Finance and Regional Finance Officer.
Assist in coaching and supporting the Finance Team to build capability and maintain high standards.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Skills and Experience:
Part-qualified, fully qualified, or professionally experienced accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar management accounting role.
Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).
Experience with Power BI is desirable.
Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
Proactive, self-motivated, and focused.
Flexible, highly organised, and willing to assist across multiple functions.
Previous experience in the travel industry is preferred but not essential.
Personal Attributes:
Methodical and detail-oriented.
Adaptable and eager to learn.
Collaborative and supportive team member.
Strong work ethic with a proactive approach.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Interview Process
1st Stage: Virtual interview (competency-based)
2nd Stage: Task Stage
Demonstrating technical accounting skills
Full details TBC
Reports to: Head of Finance ( and Finance Manager for projects /other tasks)
Working Hours: 9am - 5pm (Flexible working arrangements may also be accommodated following successful completion of probation)
Location: London – Hybrid role with access to our offices. You will be expected in the office 3 days per week (2 days at London Bridge, 1 day at Kingston) with 2 days working remotely.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Note: This role is advertised on behalf of Wilderness, the parent company, and sits at the group level, rather than directly within the Jacada Travel team.
- Department
- Finance
- Remote status
- Hybrid
Jacada Travel
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Flexible Working
⏳ It's important to us that everyone at Jacada leads a healthy work-life balance. Have a gym class to attend? Have a course you're working on outside of work? Whatever it might be, we're here to support your life ambitions and offer flexible working to help you achieve this.
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Mental Wellbeing Support
🧠 Promoting mental well-being is a core focus here at Jacada. We ensure that all our employees have access to resources such as our mental health first-aiders, and dedicated Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). Additionally, for those based in the UK we also offer access to Bupa Mental Health support. We also conduct Monday meditation sessions for all, to help start the week in a positive way.
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Learning and Development
📖 Here at Jacada, we place a strong emphasis on training and career development. We are committed to providing all our employees with opportunities for growth and the chance to continually nurture their growth mindset. In your initial three weeks, you will receive a comprehensive training program, but the journey of learning doesn't stop there. Our dedicated Learning and Development Manager works to ensure that every member of our team receives the necessary training throughout their time with us and is well-informed about their career progression opportunities.
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Bank holidays
🌴 We provide 25 days of paid annual leave in addition to bank holidays. At Jacada we celebrate diversity and this means understanding that each of us has our own beliefs, culture, and identity. So we allow our team to work bank holidays which can then be taken whenever they want throughout the year!
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Socials
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Casual Dress Code
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🏥 Private Medical Care
At Jacada, we care about the mental and physical wellbeing of everyone working here. That's why we've introduced private medical care for our employees living in the UK.
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Dog Friendly Office
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🚆 Season Ticket Policy (UK)
Workplace & culture
We've created an environment that allows people to be their authentic selves. A place where individuals can grow and build strong connections with like-minded others. We strive to ensure everyone feels like they have a purpose and are having fun whilst doing it!
Our team is based all over the globe, no matter where you are, or what time zone you're in, we vouch to try our best, learn from our mistakes and grow a strong and progressive culture together.
About Jacada Travel
We are a luxury travel company offering completely personalised, private trips all over the world. We strive to be that well-travelled friend our clients can come to for advice and inspiration and to really get under the skin of the places they visit and experience things that don’t always make it into the guidebooks.