Management Accountant

Cotleigh Engineering; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established luxury interiors business in North London is seeking a Management Accountant to manage financial operations, including purchase and sales ledger, month-end processes, and compliance tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in management accounting, strong CIS and VAT knowledge, and proficiency in Sage and Excel. This role offers a competitive salary in a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Ownership and visibility within the business

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Management Accountant or Senior Assistant Accountant role.
• Strong understanding of CIS, VAT, and management accounting principles.
• Experience within manufacturing, construction, or interiors sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of purchase and sales ledger, including PO approvals, invoicing, reconciliations, and payments.
• Oversee month-end processes, including journals, P&L, cash flow, and VAT submissions.
• Support billing and project valuation processes, ensuring accuracy across production and installation schedules.

Skills

CIS understanding

VAT knowledge

Sage proficiency

Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups)

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Education

Part-qualified or qualified by experience (CIMA/ACCA/AAT)

Tools

Sage

Excel

Job description

Management Accountant Luxury Interiors / Natural Stone Sector

Location: Bounds Green, North London
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client is a well‑established luxury interiors business specialising in bespoke marble and natural stone fabrication for high‑end residential and commercial projects. They are seeking a Management Accountant to take ownership of day‑to‑day financial operations and support senior management with accurate reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of purchase and sales ledger, including PO approvals, invoicing, reconciliations, and payments.
• Oversee month‑end processes, including journals, P&L, cash flow, and VAT submissions.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and intercompany accounts across multiple entities.
• Complete CIS and PAYE submissions and maintain compliance with HMRC deadlines.
• Support billing and project valuation processes, ensuring accuracy across production and installation schedules.
• Assist with payroll processing, timesheets, and overtime approvals.
• Collaborate with management on budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Drive process improvements across accounting systems and internal controls.

About You:

• Proven experience in a Management Accountant or Senior Assistant Accountant role.
• Strong understanding of CIS, VAT, and management accounting principles.
• Proficient in Sage and Excel (pivot tables, v‑lookups).
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.
• Experience within manufacturing, construction, or interiors sectors preferred.
• Part‑qualified or qualified by experience (CIMA/ACCA/AAT).

What s on Offer:

• Opportunity to join a prestigious, design‑led manufacturer with a strong reputation in the interiors sector.
• Hands‑on role with real ownership and visibility within the business.
• Competitive salary and supportive working environment.