Job overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Management Accountant to support the Head of Finance across core finance operations, including month‑end close, budgeting and forecasting, reporting, and systems/process improvements. This is a key role within a growing, multi‑entity business, where you will take ownership of financial processes across 4 entities. You will play a critical part in shaping a scalable, efficient, and future‑proof finance function, with a strong focus on automation and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
* Prepare flash trading reports and journals by working day 3
* Lead the month‑end close process across multiple entities
* Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and month‑end journals (accruals, prepayments, deferred income, fixed assets, project cost allocations)
* Manage inter‑company transactions and balance reconciliations
* Assist with payroll and pension preparation and submission to HMRC and pension provider
* Manage and monitor staff shared budgets: employee social funds, solicitors study fees, travel and subsistence, marketing spend
* Manage incoming finance inboxes
* Oversee and provide cover for accounts payable function (non‑direct report), including processing purchase invoices, contractor invoices, expenses and credit card transactions
* Bank reconciliations
* Manage supplier invoice approval workflow, including setting up and updating approval limits and credentials
* Prepare weekly credit control reports
* Manage credit card processes and holder limits
* Prepare VAT returns quarterly and bi‑monthly for review
* Submit invoice financing notifications
* Assist with annual budgets and quarterly forecast preparation
* Prepare year‑end files and support review for 4 entities
* Assist with payroll year‑end close and reporting
* Prepare P11Ds and PSA reconciliations for review
* Assist with client onboarding process
* Assist with cash flow forecast
* Support ongoing finance transformation initiatives, including automation and reporting enhancements
* Assist in building financial dashboard robust reports and analysis across all entities
* Help implement scalable processes and robust financial controls
About You
* Qualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA preferred)
* Minimum 3+ years’ finance experience, including 2+ years in management accounting
* Experience working in multi‑entity environments
* Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders and as part of a team
* Experience in using accounting software package: Xero
* Advanced Excel
Benefits
* Health Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Perks and discount
* Socialisation team budget
* Wellbeing initiatives
* Charitable work & volunteering leave
* Free Mental Health Support
* Cycle to work scheme
* 5% Employer Pension Contribution
* Life insurance
* Long term sickness insurance
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. Return to work and flexible working conversations are also encouraged and supported.
Our selection for recruitment does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation or gender reassignment status (protected characteristics). If you require any adjustments for interview, please let us know and we'll be more than happy to accommodate.
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