Senior Management Accountant

Gemba; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Management Accountant in the vibrant London office. This role offers the chance to drive innovation in financial processes while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. You'll lead a team member, manage client invoicing, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. With a focus on developing best practices, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the financial landscape of a dynamic industry. If you're ready to elevate your accounting career in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a corporate environment.
• Experience in marketing, consulting, or creative agencies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly client invoicing and project analysis.
• Manage financial performance and reporting.

Skills

Accounting Standards

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Reporting to the COO, Gemba is looking for a Senior Management Accountant to drive the operations of our Finance Team out of our London office. The ideal candidate will help us keep on top of our existing accounting processes, while also being dynamic and innovative looking for ways to make our systems more efficient.

About Us – Fan Focused. Results Driven

Gemba is a leading organisation in Sports and Entertainment across Strategy, Data & Analytics, Insights and Communications.

Gemba’s name is inspired by the Japanese origins of the word, to find the source of the truth. Since 2006 we have demonstrated a passion for understanding fans. In a sport and entertainment world that is becoming increasingly competitive and fragmented, fan insight is critical.

We deliver results for our clients. Whether it be better commercial outcomes or driving greater participation, this is our ultimate proof point, demonstration of shaping a better future for sport & entertainment.

About The Role

The Senior Management Accountant will be working broadly across different accounts with internal and external stakeholders and will be required to drive commercial solutions for the business in these processes.

This role will have a Senior Finance Assistant reporting into them and the leadership and management of their performance will also be crucial to its success.

In addition to the above you will also:

• Lead the monthly client invoicing process and project analysis
• Client contract repository maintenance
• Work closely with our Europe team to support proposal submissions and account analysis
• Payroll preparation
• Financial performance and management reporting, including general ledger maintenance / reconciliations
• Manage the fixed asset registers
• Assist with cash flow and working capital management
• Assist with divisional budget and forecasting preparation
• Foreign currency transactions & exchange rate management
• Ensure compliance of statutory accounts with all relevant accounting standards and legislative requirements
• Lead the annual audit process
• Help develop and implement best practice financial policies and procedures ensuring they align with group policy
• Be able to grow and develop your accounting career
• Conduct staff training

You will be working in a proven system that we call the Gemba Way – the combination of Brilliant People, industry specific Intellectual Capital and powerful Fan Insights. The Gemba Way is the engine room of our business – it powers how we think and how we create world-class work.

About You

• Previous experience within a marketing, consulting or creative agency is essential
• At least 5 years’ experience in a corporate environment looking to progress to the next step in your career, thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Extensive knowledge of accounting standards
• Display initiative and enthusiasm whilst being able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and intuitive problem-solving capability

If you have an eye for detail and a demonstrated ability to improve processes whilst meeting deadlines confidently and consistently, then this is the job for you. This is a great opportunity to join the Gemba team who are well respected as thought leaders in the exciting and dynamic Sports and Entertainment category.

How to Apply

Written applications including a CV and cover letter stating your interest in the role should be addressed to Kiana Wong, People & Culture Coordinator at [e-mail]

Note: All candidates require working rights of this country to perform the role and the successful completion of a criminal record check. Gemba also performs reference checks prior to offer.

Gemba is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other protected characteristics or similar.

Recruitment Agencies, we appreciate the interest, but we’ve got this one covered.

Role Type

Pay Rate

60000 GBP – 70000 GBP (Annum)

Company Overview

We are a leading authority in the ever-changing world of Sport and Entertainment. Offering specialised services across data & analytics, insights, strategy and communications, we are passionate about our clients, proud of the work we do and love operating in one of the most dynamic industries on the global stage.