Management Accountant

Altum Consulting; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in London is seeking a qualified accountant to manage overhead cost reporting for UK and US entities. You will be responsible for monitoring costs against budget, preparing accruals, and collaborating with stakeholders. Strong experience in budgeting and forecasting is essential. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and immediate candidate consideration.

Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding of accruals, prepayments, and cost accounting.
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Confident communicator, able to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee overhead cost reporting for UK and US entities.
• Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, and general ledger postings relating to overheads.
• Monitor actual costs against budget and forecast, providing insightful variance analysis.

Skills

Accruals understanding

Cost accounting

Budgeting and forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee overhead cost reporting for UK and US entities.
• Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, and general ledger postings relating to overheads.
• Monitor actual costs against budget and forecast, providing insightful variance analysis.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting cycle, working with senior leaders to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Partner with operational and senior stakeholders to challenge and control overhead spend.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, reporting, and controls.
• Contribute to adhoc analysis and projects as required by the business.

About You

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Strong technical understanding of accruals, prepayments, and cost accounting.
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Confident communicator, able to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

For further information on this new role please contact Jen McMurray on the attached details. Candidates will be considered immediately for interview and start.