Management Accountant - 14-month contract

Management Accountant. OUR CLIENT is a leading international property investment and development business with a diverse portfolio of UK and European entities. They are seeking an experienced Management Accountant with previous real estate or property sector experience to join their collaborative Finance team on a 14-month fixed-term contract.

Working within a small but highly skilled team, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting statutory accounts, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous process improvements.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and deliver quarterly management accounts for smaller entities and third-party accounts.
• Support the Finance Manager in preparing quarterly management accounts for larger entities.
• Assist with the quarterly group consolidation process and prepare supporting schedules for reporting to the overseas Head Office.
• Assist in drafting statutory financial statements for multiple entities for review.
• Liaise with external auditors to ensure statutory accounts are completed accurately and on time.
• Review draft financial statements for third-party entities, identifying any significant changes from previously reported accounts.

Audit & Compliance

• Review VAT and CIS reporting and reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Prepare Office for National Statistics (ONS) survey returns and supporting schedules.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiencies.
• Support the implementation and development of finance systems.
• Mentor and support junior team members, sharing knowledge to strengthen the team's capability and productivity.

Team Support

• Support the Finance team with day-to-day accounting operations, including payment runs and reviewing journal entries.
• Provide cover for banking activities by entering payment details into the banking portal during staff absences.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the ongoing development of the Finance function.

Essential:

• Previous experience as a Management Accountant within the real estate, property investment, property development or commercial property sector.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience preparing management accounts.
• Experience supporting statutory reporting and external audits.
• Working knowledge of IFRS; exposure to US GAAP and group consolidations would be advantageous.
• Experience with VAT and CIS reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.

Benefits:

• 2 days WFH

Please note:

Due to the specialist nature of this role, previous experience within the real estate or property sector is essential. Unfortunately, applicants without relevant industry experience will not be considered.