Management Accountant

RITZYROCKS; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Management Accountant to join their Finance team in London. This full-time position offers a hybrid working model and involves financial reporting, analysis, and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and be studying towards an accounting qualification. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private Medical Healthcare

33 days' annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Family-friendly benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role with strong Excel knowledge.
• Part-qualified or working towards a recognized accounting qualification.
• Experience in the healthcare sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Post and reconcile accruals and journal entries.
• Provide accurate financial data for business decisions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Financial principles

Excel skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Education

Studying towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA

Tools

Meditech

SQL

Advanced Excel functions

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is a based in our Head Office in Central London (NW1 4LJ), with a hybrid working model. We are also offering a competitive salary and a fantastic array of benefits.

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of 'We go further', 'We work as one' and 'We personalise care.'

We're now looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a full-time position with a hybrid working pattern, typically based in the office, with increased on-site days during month-end.

Job Profile:

As Management Accountant, you'll support the production of accurate and timely financial reporting, working closely with the Finance Manager and wider team. This role involves hands-on responsibility for management accounts, financial analysis, budgeting, and cost reporting, all of which contribute to key decision-making across the organisation.

We're looking for someone with solid experience in a finance role and a strong working knowledge of Excel. You should feel confident using formulas, pivot tables and spreadsheets to manage data, spot trends and produce clear, useful analysis.

Whether you're part-qualified or currently working towards a recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA or ACA), we'll support your development with study support and opportunities to grow within a collaborative team.

Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.

Salary: Competitive

Location: 1 Park Square West, London, NW1 4LJ

Benefits package:

• Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%).
• Private Medical Healthcare.
• 33 days' annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays).
• Season ticket travel loan, family-friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more.
• We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss and balance sheet
• Post and reconcile accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
• Prepare supporting schedules and variance analysis
• Track and report on departmental spend and operating costs
• Analyse cost drivers and identify opportunities for efficiencies
• Provide accurate and timely financial data to support business decisions
• Identify and implement improvements in reporting processes
• Support the development of financial systems and tools
• Assist in preparing documentation for internal and external audits
• Maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Ensure proper version control and documentation of all outputs
• Support any other duties as required by the Finance Manager

Skills & Experience:

• Studying towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA (or planning to begin)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Sound understanding of financial principles and analysis
• Good Excel skills
• A team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach
• Experience within the healthcare sector is desirable
• Familiarity with finance systems such as Meditech, SQL, or advanced Excel functions

If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career and make a meaningful contribution in a healthcare setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and join us at The London Clinic.

Please note: This advert may be closed early once the position has been filled.

The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.