Management Accountant - Qualified - Contract to Perm

We are currently seeking a qualified Management Accountant for a contract to permanent opportunity in a financial services company in central London.

The Management Accountant will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting and performance analysis to support decision-making across the business. This role is pivotal in ensuring the business operates efficiently, optimally, and within financial targets. The Management Accountant will work closely with senior management to provide timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights.

The role reports to the Senior Finance Manager and will be a hybrid role (1 day minimum a week in the office). Ideally candidates will be qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including Accruals, Prepayments and Fixed Assets Register.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for cost improvement.
• Provide financial commentary and variance analysis to highlight key financial performance indicators.
• Reconcile Balance sheet accounts and ensure there no discrepancies in the reports.
• Support the preparation of annual year-end audits.
• Analyse costs and recommend areas for cost reduction or efficiency improvements.
• Work with department heads to monitor departmental budgets and control costs.
• Ensure internal controls and accounting procedures are adhered to for accurate financial reporting.
• Provide financial insights to senior management for strategic decision-making and business planning.
• Work closely with other departments to interpret financial data, enabling better decision-making.
• Support the Accounts Assistant with any queries.

CANDIDATE PROFILE / REQUIREMENTS

• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is required.
• 5-7 years of experience in management accounting or a similar finance role.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero) and Microsoft Excel (Intermediate level).
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.

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EslingKenny is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy. EslingKenny is a trading name of Abacus Recruitment Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales with registration number 10344096.