Management Accountant

VML; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Greater London is seeking a Management Accountant to support financial operations including month-end submissions and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have finance team experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ideally knowledge of Workday and Cartesis. This role offers a hybrid working environment, requiring teamwork and collaboration, while also allowing for independent project management. Candidates should be motivated and committed to delivering excellence in financial processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience ideally in a Management Accountant role.
• Desirable experience with Workday and Cartesis.
• High motivation and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support timely submission of month-end actuals.
• Prepare month-end packs for Finance Director review.
• Manage pre-payments and ensure accuracy of postings.

Skills

Experience within a finance team

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Tools

Workday

Cartesis

Job description

Who We Are:

At VML, Human First is our guiding creative philosophy: we create value for people first, knowing this drives authentic and sustainable brand impact. We are a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

We connect Brand Experience, Customer Experience, and Commerce to craft unified, emotionally resonant consumer journeys.

Our 26,000 people across 50-plus markets are the heart of our company. Their perspectives, local expertise, and cultural insights drive creativity and innovation, making talent our most critical competitive advantage.

Management Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports to: Financial Controller

Location: London, UK

Role Summary:

This role has been created following the promotion of the current Management Accountant. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will support the timely delivery of monthly actuals, quarterly forecasting, and annual budget submissions, as well as ad hoc financial analysis across the Health UK, Health HQ, and KI-DS business units.

You will also work closely with the wider finance team to support core finance operations, including revenue recognition and postings, WIP management, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Financial Controller to ensure timely submission of month-end actuals to VML Group via Cartesis and Workday, meeting all internal and external reporting requirements.
• Prepare month-end packs for review by the Finance Director.
• Support the Financial Controller in the preparation of quarterly and annual budget submissions.
• Manage pre-payments and cost accruals.
• Ensure accuracy of monthly postings, reallocations, and reconciliations.
• Maintain strict compliance with SOX regulations and internal control procedures.
• Oversee timely intercompany billing and reconcile cross-charge expenses efficiently.
• Liaise with Finance Plus during key reporting periods and throughout the month to resolve queries.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and responding promptly to all audit queries.
• Manage freelance tracking, cost accruals, and reconciliations with freelance provider, ensuring IR35 compliance and related reviews are completed.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Proven experience within a finance team, ideally in a Management Accountant role.
• Experience with Workday and Cartesis is desirable but not essential.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering excellence in all tasks.
• Capable of working independently on projects while also being a collaborative team player.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Sound understanding of key reconciliation principles.
• Comfortable and effective in a remote working environment.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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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