Management Accountant

Join a dynamic team in London as a Management Accountant, delivering top-notch outsourced accounting solutions to finance sector clients. This full-time role involves supporting FCA-regulated and financial services clients with their accounting needs. The organisation is known for its supportive culture, commitment to professional growth, and flexible working options, making it an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a growing portfolio of clients within the financial services sector, ensuring all accounting work is completed accurately and in line with statutory procedures.
• Prepare detailed management accounts and statutory financial reports, including consolidated accounts derived from both manual and computerised records.
• Oversee the preparation and review of VAT Returns, demonstrating an understanding of partial exemption rules relevant to regulated entities.
• Delegate tasks effectively while supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members, providing constructive feedback and nurturing their professional development.
• Deliver general accounting services to clients by assisting with the preparation of accounts, VAT returns, and working papers for management or statutory purposes.
• Recommend enhancements to clients' accounting systems and internal controls, offering practical support whenever required.
• Maintain clear communication with Managers and Partners regarding job progress, promptly reporting any changes needed in assignment specifications.
• Take ownership of assignments from inception through completion, proactively resolving issues as they arise to ensure client satisfaction.
• Monitor project costs against budgeted figures, alerting Managers or Partners if time or budget constraints are at risk of being exceeded.
• Support senior colleagues with client pitch documentation and participate in meetings as required.

Requirements:

• ACCA or ACA qualification with experience in preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, and VAT returns in a professional practice environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, specifically FRS102, relevant to financial services clients.
• Excellent communication skills for building rapport and explaining complex accounting concepts to clients.
• Client-facing experience, ideally within financial services or similar regulated industries.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with Sage, Quickbooks, or Xero is a plus.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Conscientious approach and ethical judgement in handling sensitive information and making recommendations.
• Personable and professional, valuing teamwork and committed to supporting others development.

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