Management Accountant

HFG; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in the City of London seeks an experienced Management Accountant to enhance financial reporting and manage accounting operations. The role involves collaboration with US and UK Finance Managers, overseeing external contractors, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Key responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, preparing management accounts, and coordinating audits. Candidates should possess strong technical accounting knowledge, problem-solving skills, and preferably SOX experience.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and double-entry expertise.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-focused, proactive, and accountable.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including banking, treasury, and financial controls.
• Prepare quarterly management accounts and board reporting materials.
• Ensure accurate intercompany accounting, including recharges and accruals.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Double-entry expertise

Systems and data capability

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

SOX experience

Job description

I am working on with a london market insurer who is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support their quarterly close processes and strengthen financial reporting across multiple entities. This is a hands-on role working closely with both the US and UK Finance Managers, with oversight of four external contractors (no direct reports).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including banking, treasury, and financial controls.

• Prepare quarterly management accounts, consolidation packs, and board reporting materials.

• Maintain efficient month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow oversight.

• Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain strong audit files.

• Ensure accurate intercompany accounting, including recharges, accruals, and prepayments.

• Deliver management, regulatory, and compliance reporting.

• Support process improvement initiatives and assist with finance setup for new business activities.

• Identify and manage financial risks and ensure compliance with reporting standards.

• Review and approve invoices, expenses, payments, and payroll-related items.

Skills & Experience

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and double-entry expertise.

• Strong systems and data capability.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Detail-focused, proactive, and accountable.

• Strong problem-solving skills and resilience.

• SOX experience preferred.