Management Accountant - Hybrid - Michael Page Finance : Job Details

The role of Management Accountant in the financial services industry involves preparing monthly management accounts and supporting strategic decision-making. Based in London, this temporary position offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your accounting expertise.

Client Details

This organisation operates within the financial services industry and is recognised for its structured and professional approach. As a globally recognised company, it offers a collaborative environment where skilled professionals contribute to impactful financial operations.

Description

• Manage daily accounting operations in SAP, collaborating with key departments including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Payroll, and Tax.
• Lead the month-end close process and prepare monthly management accounts.
• Maintain and execute regular financial controls, such as inter-company reconciliations, prepayments, accruals, and balance sheet reviews.
• Produce and distribute monthly group reports, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of statutory returns, including UK VAT and, with external support, VAT filings for selected European countries.
• Coordinate with the U.S.-based Management Accounts team on global accounting tasks, such as expense accruals.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts for subsidiaries.
• Support ad hoc projects and provide assistance to the Head of Management Accounts, Treasury, and AP teams as needed.

Profile

A successful Management Accountant should have:

• Prior experience working as a Management Accountant
• Experience working in Financial Services (highly desirable)
• Experience using SAP (highly desirable)
• Qualified or part-qualified in ACCA or CIMA
• Experience of working with multi-currencies
• Be immediately available (or available on short notice)
• Good Excel skills

Job Offer

• Hybrid, flexible working pattern.
• Modern and refurbished office space.
• Potential longer-term opportunities within the business.
• Working amongst a supportive, collaborative team.
• Opportunity to work for a large, globally recognised Financial Services business.
• Frequent social events.

If you would like to hear more, please apply and get in touch today!