Management Accountant
University of Warwick
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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
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Department
Finance
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Position Type
Indefinite linked to funding
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Salary
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
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About the Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries about the role, please contact Shumi Mitra (Finance Manager WMG) at ***email_hidden***
WMG is seeking a proactive and commercially minded newly qualified or finalist Management Accountant to support its high-profile collaboration with the HVM Catapult. Working across a portfolio of 60+ cutting edge research and industrial projects, you will support project managers to provide financial insight and strategic guidance using large data sets and the latest Microsoft, SAP and AI tools. With programme activity totalling around £20m per year, you will own the budgeting, forecasting and cost control cycles, and provide financial governance in a fast moving, innovation driven environment. This is a great opportunity to influence how major national manufacturing programmes are funded and delivered, while gaining exposure to a diverse range of technologies, stakeholders, and commercial models. If you thrive in complex environments, enjoy shaping decisions, and want your work to have real world impact, this role offers a compelling next step.
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About You
You should possess financial management experience preferably including some experience in the public/ not for profit sector. Excellent command of financial software applications and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel spreadsheets and power queries is also essential, as is the ability to explain accounts to non-financial staff, as you work closely with them in the development of research grant applications.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the
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About the Department
The University Finance office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings.
As a member of staff at Warwick you can enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits. Take a look at the benefits that are on offer, including an attractive pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement (including Christmas closure), family friendly policies, and discounted Warwick Sport membership.
The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office’s current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full time staff) can be worked remotely. This is subject to review and operational requirements. Whilst in the induction phase you’ll be required to work 100% in the office. Further details are available on request or at interview stage.
For further information about The Finance Office and the opportunities available, please visit our website.
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About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
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How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Monday 6 July 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline.
You will be asked to include a CV and Cover Letter. These documents should:
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