Head of Management Accounts

Hogarth Worldwide; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global content production company is seeking a Head of Management Accounts to lead the Management Accounts team and manage financial reporting. The candidate should possess experience at a senior level, strong Excel skills, and be either qualified or a finalist accountant. Responsibilities include monthly management information, budgeting processes, and collaboration with senior stakeholders. Known for its commitment to diversity and an innovative work culture, the company operates with a hybrid working model in London.

Qualifications

• Experience at a Senior Management Accountant level with line management responsibilities.
• Finalist / Qualified Accountant (CIMA ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong Excel and Word skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Management Accounts team and reporting.
• Support month-end close for timely financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly management information and variance analysis.

Skills

Management reporting

Strong Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Education

CIMA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Maconomy

Cartesis

Job description

Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP Hogarth partners with one in every two of the worlds top 100 brands including Coca-Cola Ford Rolex Nestlé Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant engaging and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7500 craft and technology experts brings together creative production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of todays content experience.

Hybrid Working Model

We believe the best work happens when were together fostering creativity collaboration and connection. Thats why weve adopted a hybrid approach with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Head of Management Accounts do at Hogarth

The role will involve managing the Management Accounts team and will form part of the Management Reporting team taking responsibility for the reporting of monthly results for Hogarth and its Joint Ventures financial reporting and assisting in the smooth running of the finance function within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Management reporting & supporting the UK Financial Controller in day to day activities
• Support with the management of month end close for the UK reporting units ensuring timely and accurate reporting in line with WPP requirements
• Comparison of actual to budget information with analysis as required
• Prepare monthly management information for discussion at management meetings including actual to forecast analysis variance analysis and trends
• Support with the management of the annual quarterly and monthly budgeting and forecasting process
• Partner with the business to drive understanding and ownership of departmental spend
• As required work with management to establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard the company assets and operations
• Ensure SOX compliance across all controls
• Manage balance sheet reporting including detailed monthly review of all balance sheets to ensure accuracy
• Manage the consolidation of the UK P&L
• Preparation of the Tax pack and PSA calculations
• Manage the walkthroughs / interactions with Auditors on relevant controls

Reporting Lines and Key Stakeholders

This role reports to the UK Financial Controller. You will work closely with the Senior Management Accountants and Revenue team to help deliver month end.

Requirements

• Experience at a Senior Management Accountant level with line management
• Finalist / Qualified Accountant (CIMA ACCA or equivalent)
• A background in media or service related industries would be beneficial (though not essential)
• Experience working within project / time based organizations and high volume service businesses
• Strong Excel and Word skills
• Previous SOX experience
• Previous experience of Maconomy and Cartesis reporting would be beneficial though not essential

Personal Skills & Attributes

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• A practical thinker who works efficiently and who consistently delivers within given deadlines
• Well organised and able to help manage the teams busy reporting timetable
• A good communicator approachable and builds effective working relationships with colleagues
• A can do proactive attitude with a willingness to take on new tasks and challenges as they arise
• Ability to identify improvements in ways of working and improvement to process

Diversity and Inclusion

Hogarth is committed to diversity and inclusion through our ideas our people how we behave and conduct ourselves. Creating a truly inclusive culture at all levels of the organisation that encourages different points of view making Hogarth not only a better company and place to work but an environment where everyone experiences connection opportunity and a sense of belonging.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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