Management Accountant

lgt; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP, based in London with UK and Jersey entities, seeks a qualified accountant to lead monthly close, reporting and intercompany reconciliations. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance and timely financial statements.

Candidates should have ACA/ACCA or equivalent, experience with accounting systems, and exposure to audits; strong Excel skills and professional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Recently qualified or 1 year post-qualification experience.
• Prior use of an accounting system.
• Audit background or audit involvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts for Jersey and UK entities.
• Prepare month-end Management and Board Information reporting.
• Analyze financials with commentary and variance analysis.
• Support junior staff with invoices, expenses and reconciliations.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset records.
• Conduct intercompany reconciliations and liaise with group auditors.
• Assist in preparation of statutory financial statements.

Skills

Numeracy

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Financial services experience

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol and Manchester. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs.

Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £30 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing monthly management accounts for the LGT WM Jersey entity (including support across the other LGT WM UK entities when required).
• Prepare month end Management and Board Information - including AuA, NAI, ROA, Jersey Team and Jersey Entity reporting.
• Analysis on the financials - including analytical review and commentary.
• Support to junior staff responsible for Purchase Invoices, staff expenses and bank reconciliations.
• Monthly management journals - accruals, prepayments and salaries etc.
• Maintaining balance sheet reconciliations and Fixed Asset register.
• Intercompany reconciliations with LGT WM UK Group and the wider LGT group, including communications with Group counterparts.
• Key UK audit contact for all WMUK entities, alongside the Head of Accounting. Liaising with external auditors, providing relevant and accurate information and answering auditor queries.
• Assist in preparation of financial statements for all WMUK entities. Adhering to tight timelines set with external auditors.

Regulatory reporting and tax filings.

Requirements

Key Skills and Technical Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Recently qualified or 1 year post-qualified experience necessary.
• Prior use of an accounting system preferred.
• Either from an audit background or prior experience of audit involvement.

Other Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent numeracy, oral & written communication skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and time management.
• Attention to detail, accuracy and quality of work.
• Experience in financial services sector desirable.
• Advanced Excel skills - VLOOKUP, pivot tables.

Contact Information

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP Human Resources Nicola Swatton