Management Accountant

I am recruiting a Management Accountant for a leading property consultancy firm based in Central London. The finance team is made up of 15 people and this is a key position reporting into the Finance Manager.

Role

This is a very hands on Management Accountant role reporting to the Finance Manager requires someone who is adaptable. The person will have total control and responsibility for the month end process resulting in the production of the monthly management accounts and forecast reports. This is a very visible and high profile role within the finance team / Partnership.

Main responsibilities:

Weekly

Property cash flows reporting
Oversight and review of Fee reporting

Monthly

Preparation of monthly management accounts
Lead the month-end close process, including accruals, prepayments, property schedule and journal entries through to trial balance
Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting processes for presentation to the senior partners and management board
Manage LLP intercompany invoicing, statements and reconciliations
Manage and control the fixed asset register
Manage divisional overhead budget reporting, liaise with the budget holders to guide financial decisions
Preparation of external consultant’s schedule and the related monthly management board reporting

Annual

Preparation of annual dilapidations, lease commitments
Preparation of schedules to support the annual renewal of insurances and health scheme costs
Preparation of the LLP year end reporting pack and all supporting schedules
Assistance in the annual audit and liaison with auditors

Adhoc

Manage Procurement Framework reporting
Identify process improvements and implement solutions where necessary
Carry out ad hoc analysis work and performing other tasks as required to support the finance function and the partnership

Essential Skills Required:

Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
Minimum of 3 years’ experiencein producing a full set of management accounts
Advanced Excel skills and a solid understanding of finance systems
Highly analytical, diligent with strong attention to detail
Proactive attitude, keen to identify opportunities or problems and address them
Organised and deadline-driven, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Clear communicator who thrives in a collaborative team setting
Ability to explain financial information in a concise manner to non-financial partners and staff

Beneficial Skills:

Limited Liability Partnership background
Professional services / construction industry background
Understanding of IFRS would be advantageous
Commercial Awareness

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