Commercial Accountant - London

Marks Sattin Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design company in central London is seeking a Commercial Accountant for a 3-month contract. This role involves supporting the Finance Business Partner with commercial performance and planning activities, ensuring accurate reporting and collaboration with various teams. Ideal candidates will have commercial experience and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Commercial experience is necessary.
• Intermediate knowledge of Paprika, Excel/Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and accurate performance reports.
• Assist the Finance Business Partner with Commercial Reporting.
• Ownership of weekly Capacity Reporting.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Positive Attitude

Education

QBE, Finalist or equivalent

Tools

Paprika

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Commercial Accountant - London

Seeking a Commercial Accountant for a 3-month contract within a design company based in central London. The person will provide support to the Finance Business Partner in all the monthly, annual, and ad hoc commercial performance and planning activities of the business. This role will be responsible for the day-to-day reporting of projects and business performance. It will play an integral part in the Operational team supporting the Finance team, Creative Teams, and Client Services.

Responsibilities:

1. Work with Paprika system, Google Docs, spreadsheets, and other reporting tools.
2. Deliver timely and accurate performance reports.
3. Collaborate with the Client Services team to ensure accurate job setup and data entry.
4. Assist the Finance Business Partner with Commercial Reporting, e.g., Revenue Forecasting and Pipeline Analysis.
5. Identify trends within Studio Utilisation, highlighting key areas for improvement.
6. Partner with the Partnerships & Growth team to track leads and relevant data.
7. Own weekly Capacity Reporting to assess team workload and project capacity.
8. Be the main contact for job queries within the Finance department.
9. Update accounting system with personnel changes such as new starters, leavers, and promotions.
10. Assist in preparing the Monthly Commercial Reporting Pack.
11. Contribute to Quarterly Board Meeting Packs.
12. Support system enhancements and process improvements to streamline financial operations.
13. Support Finance Business Partner with ad-hoc commercial requests.

Skills:

• Bring a positive, proactive attitude and facilitate expectations within the Finance team.
• Be eager to develop and embrace challenges for growth and learning.
• Excellent communication skills, especially with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and maintain balance.
• Support and assist team members effectively.

Experience:

• Commercial experience is necessary.
• QBE, Finalist, or equivalent qualification.
• Intermediate knowledge of Paprika, Excel, and Google Sheets.

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