Management Accountant - Private Equity

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity business in London seeks a Management Accountant for a 6-month initial contract. The role involves preparing monthly management accounts, supporting budgeting, and handling audits. Candidates should have 1-4 years of relevant experience and strong Excel skills. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for 3 days in the office, with opportunities for professional development within a supportive finance team.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Opportunity to work within a respected private equity firm

Exposure to diverse finance activities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 1-4 years' experience as a Management Accountant within a multi-entity group structure from an Investment Management background.
• Ability to start in early to mid-January 2026.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journals.
• Produce monthly management accounts, including reconciliations under UK GAAP.
• Liaise with internal teams on expense recharges.
• Calculate quarterly asset management fees.
• Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly VAT returns.
• Support annual accounts preparation and audits.
• Prepare quarterly FCA returns.
• Handle ad-hoc queries across the finance function.

Skills

Strong MS Excel skills

Familiarity with banking platforms

Job description

Management Accountant - 6-Month Initial Contract

Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office)

Start Date: January 2026

Industry: Private Equity

My client is a leading private equity business committed to driving sustainable growth and creating long-term value. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and professional development, making this an excellent opportunity for finance professionals who want to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

About the Role

Join this finance team on an initial 6-month contract as a Management Accountant, where you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting and supporting strategic decision-making. You'll work closely with a team of four, reporting to the Corporate Accountant, and be part of a wider finance team of ten.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post monthly journals.
• Produce monthly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset reporting under UK GAAP.
• Liaise with internal teams on expense recharges.
• Calculate quarterly asset management fees.
• Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly VAT returns.
• Support annual accounts preparation and audits, including responding to auditor queries.
• Prepare quarterly FCA returns.
• Handle ad-hoc queries and provide operational support across the finance function.

What We're Looking For

• 1-4 years' experience as a Management Accountant within a multi-entity group structure from an Investment Management background.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Familiarity with banking platforms.
• Ability to start in early to mid-January 2026

Benefits & Perks

• Hybrid working model (3 days in the office).
• Opportunity to work within a respected private equity firm.
• Exposure to diverse finance activities and regulatory reporting.
• Supportive team environment with professional development opportunities.

Please note, due to the high volume of applications, only candidates that fulfil the essential criteria will be contracted to progress to the next stage of the process.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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