Job Description

The Woodland Trust is looking for two Management Accountants partner our senior leaders and budget holders to ensure the Trust has robust financial budgeting.

The Role:

You'll prepare monthly management accounts for departments including full commentary. You'll provide accurate management reporting to ensure stability and growth throughout the Trust. You'll work in collaboration with budget holders to deliver on their approved budgets/ forecasts and advise and train where necessary. You'll ensure compliance with internal controls, processes, financial regulations, Charity Commission, Forestry Commission and Gambling Commission through reviews and checks. You'll review and develop practices, systems and reporting tools to improve process. You'll provide financial information, communicate recommendations and risk analysis to enable Senior Management to make strategic decisions.

We are recruiting for two Management Accountants on a 12 Month fixed term contract.

This role includes a mix of working from home and at our main office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Visits to Grantham would be required no more than once a month on average.

The Candidate:

You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count.

We are looking for candidates who have the following:

Experience in developing, producing and reviewing monthly management accounts. Knowledge of Microsoft Office with advances skills in Excel. Experience in providing accurate management reporting. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work with stakeholders and budget holder to deliver on their approved budgets. Knowledge on best practice guidelines and financial, Forestry Commission and Charity Commission regulations. Experience in financial risk analysis, reconciliations and variance analysis. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and persuade decision making. Qualified in ACCA/CIMA/ACA/ICAS/CIPFA Experience preparing reports and presentations to be delivered to the Finance Committee

Benefits & Wellbeing:

Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:

Enhanced Employer Pension Life Assurance Flexible & Hybrid Working Options Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time) Buy and Sell Annual Leave Enhanced Parental Pay Employee Assistance Programme

About Us:

The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.

People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.

Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.

Application Advice:

For fairness we keep our candidates' personal details hidden from the hiring managers, we do not ask for your CV at application stage. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role.

Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@woodlandtrust.org.uk.

Apply Now:

If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.


1st stage task will take place on the 2nd December 25.


2nd stage Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 10th December 25


For queries relating to this new opportunity please email recruitment@woodlandtrust.org.uk.