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Management Accountant - 6 month FTC

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The Management Accountant will play a pivotal part in the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial information. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to both entity and client finance, maintaining data integrity, supporting audit compliance, and tracking performance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is actively studying towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, and has a strong understanding of accounting principles.

As a Management Accountant, your role will be integral to the financial operations of the company. You will be involved in the preparation of monthly journals, conducting balance sheet reconciliations, and assisting in the creation of monthly reporting packs. Your expertise will also be crucial in supporting revenue tracking across client accounts, contributing to budgeting cycles, and maintaining master data. Your ability to collaborate effectively with operational teams will enable you to provide valuable insights that support decision-making.

  • Prepare and post monthly journals, including accruals and prepayments
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations to ensure data integrity
  • Assist in preparing monthly reporting packs, commentary, and dashboards
  • Support tracking of revenue, direct costs, and margin across client accounts
  • Assist with variance analysis, billing validation, and client profitability reporting
  • Collaborate with operational teams to gather inputs and explain variances
  • Provide timely and relevant data to support decision-making
  • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting cycles
  • Maintain master data and support updates to finance systems

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Management Accountant position is someone who is currently working towards an ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualification. You should have a solid understanding of accounting principles and be familiar with close processes. Previous experience in a similar finance role would be advantageous. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is essential. In terms of leadership competencies, we are looking for someone who demonstrates authenticity through reliability, clarity, and professional integrity. A collaborative approach is key as you will be working closely with various teams within the organisation.

  • Actively studying towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualification
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and close processes
  • Previous experience in a similar finance role preferred
  • Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems
  • Demonstrates reliability, clarity, and professional integrity
  • Ability to support colleagues and collaborate cross functionally
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: CONTRACTOR

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Management Accountant

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: City of London

Job Reference: J13JSP-1D140A71

Date posted: 23 May 2025

Consultant: Niamh Leahy