Management Accountant

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Management AccountsPrepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts across multiple entities, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met.Take ownership of the month-end process, including the preparation and posting of journals, accruals, prepayments and adjustments.Complete detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure the integrity of financial information.Produce insightful financial reports and commentary, highlighting key trends, risks and business performance drivers.Support the preparation of consolidated financial reports where applicable.Cash Flow, Forecasting & AnalysisPrepare and maintain short, medium and long-term cash flow forecasts.Monitor cash positions and provide analysis to support effective treasury and liquidity management.Perform detailed variance analysis against budgets, forecasts and prior periods, identifying underlying business drivers.Develop and maintain KPI reporting dashboards to provide meaningful performance insights to senior stakeholders.Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes across the business.Management & Investor ReportingProduce high-quality reporting packs for the Senior Management Team, providing financial analysis and commercial insight.Prepare presentations and reporting materials for board meetings, committees and key stakeholders.Support investor reporting requirements, ensuring information is accurate, timely and professionally presented.Assist with the preparation and review of fund reporting, including NAV calculations and fund performance analysis.Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives, investment decisions and strategic projects.Financial Control & AuditMaintain robust financial controls, processes and procedures across the finance function.Ensure balance sheet schedules are complete, accurate and fully reconciled on a monthly basis.Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors.Act as a key point of contact during audit processes, responding to queries and coordinating information requests.Support the continuous enhancement of governance, compliance and financial control frameworks.Process Improvement & SystemsIdentify and implement opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and reporting efficiency.Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual reporting and improve data quality.Support the development of technology-driven reporting solutions, dashboards and management information tools.Work closely with finance and operational teams to optimise systems and enhance reporting capabilities.Contribute to wider finance transformation and continuous improvement projects as the business evolves.Candidate Profile:Part-qualified, finalist or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).Experience preparing management accounts within a commercial, financial services, investment management or professional services environment.Strong understanding of month-end accounting, financial reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.Experience producing cash flow forecasts, budgeting and financial analysis.Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manipulate and analyse large data sets.Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.Experience with fund accounting, investor reporting or NAV reporting would be advantageous but is not essential.What's on offer:Hybrid/Remote working arrangementCompetitive salary25 days annual leaveStudy Support