Management Accountant

Marc Daniels; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media business in Central London seeks a Management Accountant to provide financial analysis, assist in budgeting, and manage month-end processes. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. This role offers hybrid working options and great progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or Finalist level.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial data and provide insights for financial performance.
• Assist in annual budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor and analyse costs to identify cost optimisation areas.
• Conduct variance analysis to explain budget discrepancies.
• Own month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments for financial support.
• Manage cash flow and produce weekly cash flow reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Proficiency in Excel

Detail-oriented

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a fantastic Media business based in Central London. This role offers hybrid working options and excellent progression opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Financial Analysis: Analyse financial data and trends to provide insights and recommendations to management for improving financial performance.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and objectives.
• Business Partnering with key stakeholders.
• Cost Analysis: Monitor and analyse costs related to production, distribution, and other operational activities, identifying areas for cost optimisation and efficiency improvements.
• Variance Analysis: Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between budgeted and actual performance, and provide explanations for variances.
• Month-end Close: Own and manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Management Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to management, highlighting key performance metrics and areas of concern.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and procedures, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, such as operations, procurement, and sales, to gather financial information and support decision-making.
• Cash management: responsible for cash management and payments, and producing weekly cash flow reports.

Requirements

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or Finalist level
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and trends.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis, using tools such as Microsoft Excel.
• Detail-oriented and organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.