Role: Management Accountant
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000
Location: North London
We're recruiting a hands-on Management Accountant to join a specialist manufacturing and installation business in North London. This role covers full ownership of purchase and sales ledgers, project valuations, bank and payroll reconciliation, and month-end reporting across multiple entities.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Ledger
* Raise and approve purchase orders (including slab quantities and wastage calculations).
* Maintain product codes and reconcile supplier invoices with POs and delivery notes.
* Manage proformas and ensure deposits and order priorities are tracked ahead of payment.
Sales Ledger & Billing
* Process SOPs with correct product and tax codes.
* Convert SOPs into invoices for both domestic and contract projects.
* Verify billing for installations, cross-check production schedules, and ensure all completed works are invoiced.
* Raise valuation invoices and follow up on payment certificates.
Project Valuations
* Assist with monthly valuations and check previous calculations.
* Update variations and liaise with the project team for submissions.
Banking & Payroll
* Weekly bank reconciliations across three businesses (flexible / remote possible).
* Monthly credit card reconciliations.
* Process monthly payroll, approve overtime, and support rollout of a mobile payroll solution.
* Oversee subcontractor payroll reconciliations where required.
Month-End & Compliance
* Review POs, SOPs, journals, and invoices across entities.
* Submit PAYE, CIS, and VAT returns on time.
* Produce monthly P&L and cashflow statements.
* Monitor intercompany balances and shared cost allocations.
Ad Hoc
* Chase debtors, maintain Sage backups, manage HR/holiday records, utilities reconciliations, and other finance admin.
Requirements
* Part or fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / AAT or equivalent) – or qualified by experience.
* Strong Sage experience is essential.
* Solid background in management accounts, VAT, CIS, and payroll.
* Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.
* Confident communicator across teams, suppliers, and clients.
Personal Attributes
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
* Proactive, solutions-led and able to work independently.
* Flexible and willing to take ownership across the finance function.