Management Accountant
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £37,333 / annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | Wakefield, WF1 2TS |
| Company: | Gravity Active Entertainments |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | abb5880a-794d-436c-9fdc-6b7cff10d0c8 |
Summary
We are Gravity, we are the UK’s biggest name in active entertainment. Fun is our key word, where our sites across the UK offer up to 30 activities from e-karting to trampoline parks, high wall climbing to augmented reality bowling. We are now looking for a Management Accountant to join our team at our head office in Xscape Castleford on a 6 month fixed term contract.
More about you
You are a commercially minded finance professional who brings a strong blend of analytical capability, technical accounting knowledge, and business partnering skills. As a key support to the Chief Finance Officer, you will play a central role in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting that helps drive operational and strategic decision‑making.
Core Skills Required to Succeed
Technical & Analytical Skills
- Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including prepayments, accruals, journals, month‑end close, and balance sheet integrity.
- Proven ability to handle high‑volume transactional environments and ensure accuracy in financial data.
- Skilled in analysing large data sets, identifying trends, variances, and anomalies, and translating findings into clear insights.
- Ability to prepare, review, and sign off management accounts with full ownership and attention to detail.
Commercial & Business Partnering Skills
- Demonstrated experience acting as a finance business partner, building strong relationships across operations and support functions.
- Ability to get under the skin of the business, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, efficiencies, and cost improvements.
- Strong commercial awareness, enabling interpretation of financial performance and providing recommendations that influence decisions.
- Ability to think creatively and outside the box to add value during periods of business growth and change.
Communication & Collaboration
- Excellent communicator who can simplify financial concepts for non‑finance stakeholders.
- Comfortable working cross‑functionally, challenging and supporting teams to drive better performance and accountability.
- Willingness to learn, share knowledge, and collaborate closely within the finance team.
Organisation & Delivery
- Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities while delivering to strict deadlines.
- Self‑motivated, disciplined, and capable of working autonomously where needed.
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with evolving needs.
- Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with full professionalism.
Qualifications & Training
- At least 4 years commercial experience, with the last 2 working as a Management Accountant.
- Formal accounting qualifications are necessary for this position.
- Previous experience taking full accountability for sign‑off of management accounts.
Product Knowledge
- Proficient with core Microsoft software.
- A good working knowledge of Access Financials.
What’s in it for you?
· Free parking on site
· Discounted rates when using our sites.
· Employee Assistance Program
· Contributary health insurance
· Great location which has close connections with all public transport routes
· And best of all you will be joining a fun team, with a great company culture #wearegravity #tigwag #funfinance