Management accountant

We are seeking a proactive and driven Management Accountant to join our small but high-performing finance team. This role will work closely with the finance manager, and the service line leads, providing high-quality financial insight, reporting and influencing performance to forecasted targets.

You will play a key role in business partnering with fee earners, as well as a collaborative approach within the finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to take ownership, and influence change.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End

• Be responsible for service line income and cost analysis, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the production of monthly management accounts and commentary.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of variances.
• Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, and other month-end journals.

Analysis & Business Partnering

• Build strong relationships with fee earners and operational stakeholders.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to support performance management.
• Partner with the business to improve forecasting accuracy and cost control.

Reconciliations & Controls

• Assist in intercompany accounting, including reconciliations and transaction review.
• Ensure financial controls are followed and contribute to strengthening control processes.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Support automation, system enhancements, and more streamlined reporting.
• Contribute to ad-hoc analysis, projects, and team initiatives.

Teamwork

• Play an active role in supporting the wider finance team, stepping in where needed.
• Be adaptable and willing to take on varied tasks in a fast-paced environment.