Assistant Management Accountant

-Part Qualified Management Accountant
-£180 - £230 per day
-Central London

This leading Investment Management firm based in Central London are looking for a part-qualified management accountant for a contract to cover a maternity leave.  The contract will be for an initial period of 9 months but may last for 12-14 months.  As the needs of the business grows, there may be the possibility of a longer-term role within the finance or fund finance team.

Reporting into the Financial Controller this will be an extremely diverse and interesting role, giving the chosen candidate the chance to really immerse themselves into the business as well as learning new skills.  The company puts a lot of emphasis on personality and is looking for someone who has excellent communication skills and is outgoing and enthusiastic.  The business has excellent social events including trips away.  Responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting pack including accruals & prepayments
• Maintenance of the fixed asset register
• Managing inter-group recharge calculations
• Preparation of all invoices and debtor reconciliations
• Bank reconciliation using BIQA and Sun systems
• Preparation of quarterly VAT returns
• Managing of purchase ledger (low volume - approximately 10-15 invoices per week)
• Management of the Infor XM expenses system (SAT) including administrator responsibility
• PSA submission to HMRC annually
• Assisting with the year end audit
• Assisting with quarterly ICAAP and other FCA regulatory finance returns
• Attending Investment Committee meetings and participating in the rotating minute taking role
• Any other ad hoc tasks as required

As the ideal candidate you will be a part qualified Management accountant with a good academic background.  You will have Financial Services Sector experience, strong analytical and systems skills.  Strong Excel skills are a must.  Knowledge of SUN Systems would help but is not essential.