Management Accountant

Management Accountant

Posted 1 day ago by Hays

£125,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
London, England, United Kingdom

Summary: A globally active investment firm is seeking a seasoned finance professional to manage the full accounting lifecycle across international entities. The role involves overseeing management accounts, month-end processes, and audits while driving automation and process improvements. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a proactive mindset to enhance financial oversight and compliance. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ownership of the full management accounting lifecycle across international entities.
  • Reviewing monthly management accounts and overseeing month-end processes.
  • Managing intercompany balances and leading the preparation of annual accounts and audits.
  • Liaising with external auditors and service providers to ensure robust internal controls.
  • Assessing operational risk and making informed decisions under pressure.
  • Driving automation and process improvements to enhance reporting quality.
  • Partnering across teams to establish effective controls and procedures.
  • Reviewing regulatory reporting and monitoring compliance.
  • Bringing technical accounting expertise to evolve the firm's financial approach.

Key Skills:

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
  • Minimum 5-6 years of post-qualification experience.
  • Proven international experience and comfort working across jurisdictions.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to hold service providers accountable.
  • A proactive mindset with a passion for improving systems and processes.
  • Ability to balance speed and accuracy in decision-making.
  • Detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to learn from others while leading initiatives.

Salary (Rate): £125,000.00 yearly

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance

Detailed Description From Employer:

Your new company A forward-thinking, globally active investment firm is seeking a seasoned finance professional to join its dynamic team. With a strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence, this organisation partners with top-tier service providers and internal teams to deliver high-quality financial oversight across multiple entities. The company fosters a culture of continuous improvement, autonomy, and cross-functional partnership.

Your new role You'll take ownership of the full management accounting lifecycle across a group of international entities. This includes reviewing monthly management accounts, overseeing month-end processes (bank reconciliations, invoice approvals), and managing intercompany balances. You'll lead the preparation of annual accounts and audits, liaising with external auditors and service providers to ensure robust internal controls and accurate reporting.

Your role will also involve:

  • Assessing operational risk and making informed decisions under pressure
  • Driving automation and process improvements to enhance reporting quality
  • Partnering across teams to establish effective controls and procedures
  • Reviewing regulatory reporting and monitoring compliance
  • Bringing technical accounting expertise to evolve the firm's financial approach

What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Minimum 5-6 years of post-qualification experience Proven international experience and comfort working across jurisdictions Strong communication skills and ability to hold service providers accountable A proactive mindset with a passion for improving systems and processes Ability to balance speed and accuracy in decision-making Detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to learn from others while leading initiatives

What you'll get in return 30-Days Annual Holiday Flexible Working Scheme Unlimited Mental Health and Wellbeing Services Amazing Family Lifestyle benefits Free Gym Membership and much more!

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