Senior Management Accountant – London
Location: London
Salary: £70,000- £80,000
Working Pattern: 3 days in office
About the Client
Our client is an established organisation seeking to strengthen its finance function with the appointment of a Senior Management Accountant. With a strong emphasis on financial integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement, they offer a supportive working environment where individuals are encouraged to take ownership, develop professionally and contribute to the wider success of the organisation.
About the Job
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a recently qualified accountant to join a busy finance team, playing an important role in delivering reliable financial information and maintaining effective financial controls. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for key reporting activities, support the wider accounting team and help identify opportunities to enhance financial processes.
Duties will include:
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Coordinating monthly and quarterly financial close activities, delivering accurate results within established deadlines.
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Producing and overseeing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and maintaining strong financial oversight.
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Working alongside the Financial Controller to reinforce internal governance and ensure appropriate control records are maintained.
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Developing cash flow projections, assessing performance against expectations and identifying potential financial exposures.
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Delivering quarterly financial analysis and commentary across profit and loss and balance sheet performance for Group Finance.
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Managing elements of the external audit process, responding to information requests and working with colleagues across the business.
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Compiling financial data to support corporation tax and VAT reporting requirements.
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Providing guidance and reviewing the output of junior and intermediate management accounting colleagues.
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Ensuring financial practices remain aligned with Group policies and relevant accounting regulations.
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Identifying opportunities to streamline reporting procedures, improve accuracy and strengthen financial controls.
About the Successful Applicant
You will be a recently qualified accountant with a solid background in management accounting, financial reporting and internal controls. Previous experience supporting external audits is essential, alongside excellent analytical skills and a meticulous approach to accuracy. You will be confident communicating with finance and non-finance colleagues, demonstrating a proactive attitude towards improving processes and supporting the development of others.
What You Will Receive in Return
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within an established organisation that values teamwork, accountability and professional growth. You will gain exposure to Group-level reporting, work closely with senior finance stakeholders and have the opportunity to influence financial processes and controls. A collaborative working environment and the chance to broaden your technical expertise make this an attractive next step for an ambitious finance professional.