Management Accountant

Location
Central London
Salary
£30k - 35k per year
Posted
20 Oct 2017
Closes
27 Oct 2017
Ref
LB23094
Contact
Lizzie Bryant
Experience Levels
Qualified Accountant
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

A high end, luxury eyewear brand are looking for a Management Accountant to join a fast growing dynamic team to produce timely and accurate financial and management information to enable the senior management team to make informed business decisions.

This position will maintain the reliability and accuracy of the financial and management information that is reported to the business as well as looking after one member of staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Relationship building/management, business partnering and analytical accounting support for relevant budget holders of the Business Unit.
  • Preparing monthly management accounts for the Business Unit. Full ownership and reconciliation of the P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow statements and supporting schedules.
  • Posting monthly journals including accruals.
  • Liaising with existing fiscal partners across the globe and maintaining a schedule of international payment and reporting dates which is strictly adhered to
  • Assist with statutory reporting and the audit process.
  • Preparing budgets and forecasts for budget holders alongside the Financial Planning Analyst.
  • Preparation of monthly P&L commentary including variance analysis for each department within the Business Unit.
  • Preparation of a management accounts pack which can be presented to the senior management team.
  • Responsible for calculation and compilation of Business Unit relevant VAT Returns.
  • Maintain a monthly schedule of ‘Risks and Opportunities’ for review with the Financial Controller and Financial Planning Analyst during reforecasts.
  • Creation of new companies and sourcing of fiscal partners to support global business growth.

About you

  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • At least 2 year’s post qualified relevant experience, preferably within a retail environment.
  •  Extensive knowledge of P&L preparation, Budgets, Forecasts & Variance Analysis.
  • Track record of achieving results and exceeding expectations.
  • Practical knowledge of financial controls and processes.
  • Committed to business success.
  • ACCA/CIMA qualified.
  • Subject related degree in Accountancy or Business