Management Accountant

Description:

Investigo is hiring on behalf of a prominent property company based in the City of London for the role of Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for part-qualified or finalist-level ACCA/CIMA professionals to step into a dynamic accounting role within the real estate, property, and construction sector.

This position is ideal for candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, have experience managing financials for multiple inter-related entities, and are looking to take ownership of key reporting, reconciliation, and process improvement responsibilities.

The successful applicant will benefit from a hybrid work arrangement (4 days in-office, 1 from home) and a salary up to £55000 per annum, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ledger Maintenance:
  Maintain accurate and current financial ledgers across all business entities.

• Cashbook & Banking:
  Perform weekly cashbook postings and reconcile bank accounts monthly.

• Billing & Recharges:
  Raise sales invoices, credit notes, and intercompany recharges before monthly or quarterly close.

• Payment Management:
  Process payments, manage cash transfers, and handle the setup of new bank accounts.

• Balance Sheet Reconciliation:
  Review key balance sheet components such as debtors, creditors, and WIP on a monthly basis.

• Financial Reporting:
  Assist in preparing quarterly management accounts and year-end financial statements, including necessary journal entries.

• Lease Reporting:
  Work closely with Asset Management to ensure leasing activity is accurately reflected in reports.

• Variance Analysis:
  Conduct actual vs forecast analysis, particularly for cash postings.

• Audit & Compliance:
  Support external audit processes by supplying documentation and walkthroughs of financial procedures.

• VAT & Controls:
  Prepare VAT returns and support the implementation of internal control enhancements.

• System Improvements:
  Champion system upgrades, test new processes, and suggest workflow optimizations.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education:
  Part-qualified or finalist in ACCA or CIMA.

• Industry Experience:
  Background in property or construction is preferred.

• Systems & Excel:
  Proficient in Excel, especially with PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and essential formulas.

• Entity Management:
  Experience handling financials for a large number of inter-related entities.

• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative team approach.