Management Accountant

Harper May Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in the City Of London is seeking a talented Management Accountant to join its finance team. The role involves delivering critical financial information, assisting with budget management, and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates will have ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications and a strong understanding of budgeting and variance analysis. This position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or fully qualified in ACA / ACCA / CIMA.
• Experience as a Management Accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insight to various departments.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packs.
• Assisting with the month-end process and production of management accounts.
• Work with budget holders on annual budgets.
• Contribute to the year-end process liaising with auditors.

Skills

Management reporting

Variance analysis

Budgeting

Strong Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification

Job description

Harper May is partnering with a rapidly growing asset management firm with a strong track record of success and continued expansion. As the business scales its operations, they are looking to appoint a talented Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team.

Role Overview

The Management Accountant will play a key role in delivering timely and accurate financial information, supporting budget management, and contributing to the overall performance of the finance function. The role involves both hands‑on reporting and cross‑functional collaboration with senior stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support business partnering by providing financial insight to various departments
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packs with supporting analysis
• Assist with the month‑end process and production of management accounts
• Provide budget variance commentary and support the ongoing forecasting cycle
• Work with budget holders to prepare and monitor annual budgets
• Review and maintain balance sheet reconciliations for clarity and accuracy
• Contribute to the year‑end process and liaise with auditors where necessary

Key Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA part‑qualified or fully qualified
• Experience in a Management Accountant or similar role
• Strong understanding of management reporting, variance analysis, and budgeting
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong Excel and systems skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate across functions
• Previous experience in financial services is desirable but not essential