Management Accountant (Event Projects)

Strata; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brand experience agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced finance professional to manage project accounting and profitability analysis. The ideal candidate will have events project management accounting experience and strong communication skills, working closely with Project Managers and Account Directors to maximise profits. The role includes responsibilities such as client budgeting and cashflow reporting. The agency offers a hybrid working arrangement and multiple employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private Health Insurance

Workplace pension scheme

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience in events project management accounting.
• Strong management accounting background.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Project Managers and Account Directors on all commercials.
• Maximise gross profit and margin.
• Conduct job and client profitability analysis.

Skills

Events project management accounting experience

Solid accounting experience

Great communication skills

Education

Part qualified with a recognised accounting body

Tools

Maconomy

Job description

We are Strata!

Imagine being part of a fast and exciting brand experience agency whose clients include specialists in new technology, creators of some of the most stunning electric vehicles on the planet, financial institutions, and global leaders in pharmaceutical solutions. As an agency, we elevate these brands and make them heard through immersive and memorable virtual and face to face experiences.

As a people-first business, we encourage ambition, support and reward. We're always listening and open to your ideas, just as we do with our clients.

Our name? It’s Strata, an agency on a mission to be the very best. This means we always want to hear from the very best creative and intelligent souls who genuinely believe that every moment matters.

Job Overview

• Working closely with the Project Managers, Account Directors and Heads of each trading division on all commercials
• Working on client budgets with PMs/ADs
• Maximising gross profit and margin
• Job and client profitability analysis (including overhead time & cost)
• Ensuring minimised risk on Foreign Exchange
• Reviewing client Master Service Agreement and contracts and payment schedules
• Running monthly finance reviews with PMs/ADs & client services to ensure GP and margin levels maintained
• Use of Maconomy system to report on all of the above
• Use industry knowledge to advise all stakeholders on best methods for budgeting, reconciliations, pricing, billing, (VAT) etc
• Project billing
• Project cashflow reporting
• Developing Maconomy as a project management and reporting tool and looking for upgrades and enhancements where possible
• Forecasting/budgeting all project related financials
• Working closely with management accountant
• Working closely with the Finance Director on all of the above to ensure best profitability/cashflow/margins etc

Essential

• Events project management accounting experience
• Solid accounting experience (management accounting)
• Great communication skills - ability to work with people at all levels

Preferred

• Part qualified with a recognised accounting body (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
• Experience within events or similar industry
• Confident and able to run meetings and deliver figures via presentation

Employee Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus usual Bank Holidays
• Birthday day off
• Private Health Insurance*
• Workplace pension scheme
• Death in service scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Regular social events

*Upon successful completion of a 6-month probation period

Our Principles

We are a people-first brand experience agency with a set of core principles that guide our every action by measuring:

A win for the client
Client success is at the forefront of everything we do. We measure our success by the impact we make for our clients. We strive to exceed your expectations, delivering moments that matter with results that matter.

A win for the company
We believe in long-term partnerships and sustainable growth. When your business prospers, so does ours. Our commitment to excellence and innovation means we’re always ahead of the curve, offering you the best brand experiences.

A win for the team
Our team is the lifeblood of our agency. We celebrate diversity, promote collaboration, and foster an inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and empowered. When our team thrives, their passion and dedication is reflected in everything we deliver.

A win for you
Whether you’re engaging us for your events, already fostering a career at Strata, or considering one, our goal is to create a win for you. We’re dedicated to providing our employees with an enriching workplace that supports their growth and well‑being. For our clients, a win means achieving your objectives and making your brand shine.

A win for the planet
We are committed to making environmentally responsible choices in our work. We recognise our responsibility to minimise our impact on the planet and contribute to a sustainable future. From eco‑friendly event practices to conscious resource management, we aim to create events that are a win for the environment.

Diversity at Strata

At Strata, people are at the heart of who we are.

We recognise and value the diverse and unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that each individual brings.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, heard, valued, and empowered. We strive to create an innovative, creative, and inclusive environment where all employees and applicants can thrive.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Recruitment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

Embracing diversity isn’t just our goal, it’s our strength, driving us toward a more inclusive future.

https://stratacreate.com/