Management Accountant

Marks Sattin; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in the legal sector seeks a Management Accountant to join their team in London. The successful candidate will manage monthly reporting, budgeting, and sales analysis, all contributing to strategic planning and decision-making. This role requires a strong accounting background and proficiency in Excel, offering a great opportunity for newly qualified professionals.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in technical and commercial accounting.
• Newly qualified in accountancy (ACCA/CIMA).
• Experience in legal sector is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive monthly management reports.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting reports.
• Conduct detailed profit and loss reviews.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Commercial insight

Education

ACCA/CIMA qualification

Job description

This range is provided by Marks Sattin. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Consultant | Newly-Qualified and Part-Qualified | Commerce and Industry | Permanent

Management Accountant

Our reputable client in the legal/law industry are looking for a new Management Accountant to join their growing team in London, reporting to the Financial Controller.

Key Responsibilities

• Monthly Management Reporting: Prepare comprehensive monthly management reports, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and financial performance analysis, focusing on key metrics such as margins.
• Budgeting and Forecasting Support: Assist in the preparation and analysis of budgeting and forecasting reports to support strategic planning.
• Sales Analysis: Track and report on group sales performance on a weekly basis, identifying trends and variances against targets.
• Profit and Loss Analysis: Conduct detailed profit and loss reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive profitability improvements.
• Overhead Analysis: Perform in-depth analysis of overhead expenditures to support cost efficiency and budgetary control.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Perform accurate and timely reconciliations for all Balance Sheet accounts to ensure integrity and reliability of financial data.
• New Shop Openings and Franchisee Billing: Analyse costs related to new store openings and coordinate billing for franchisees, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.
• Inventory and Stock Control: Collaborate closely with the warehouse team to oversee stock management, investigate discrepancies, and improve stock accuracy.
• Fixed Asset Register Management: Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register to ensure accurate recording and depreciation tracking of company assets.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Management Accountant with strong experience in technical and commercial accounting working in industry. The ideal candidate will also be newly qualified (ACCA/CIMA). Whilst industry experience within the legal sector is preferred, it is not essential. Advanced Excel skills, IT proficiency and technical skills will be needed. The candidate must be able to utilise strong communication skills and commercial insight to aid decision-making and strategic awareness.

If you are looking for a new role in the legal sector, apply now!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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