Management Accountant

Management Accountant

£60,000–£70,000

Hybrid

West London

We are seeking a detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our client's finance team.

This strategic role ensures accurate financial record-keeping, delivers insightful management accounts and supports data-driven decision-making across the business. You will be responsible for driving financial accuracy, forecasting and performance analysis.

With expertise in accounting software and financial modeling, you’ll play a key role in budgeting, variance analysis and internal control improvements. This position offers a high-impact opportunity to contribute to financial strategy and operational efficiency in a growing, forward-thinking organization. Your analytical insights and financial leadership will directly influence business performance and long-term success.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate general ledger and financial records using accounting platforms such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including P&L statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports and KPI dashboards.

Perform in-depth variance analysis to assess performance against budgets and forecasts, delivering actionable recommendations.

Support the development of annual budgets, financial forecasts and rolling forecasts aligned with business goals.

Enhance internal financial controls and streamline processes to improve accuracy, efficiency and scalability.

Deliver clear, timely financial insights to senior leadership and department heads.

Leverage data analytics tools and advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) to improve reporting quality and business intelligence.

Requirements Management Accountant

Several years of experience in bookkeeping and management accounting.

Demonstrated expertise in preparing and analysing management accounts with a strong focus on financial insight and business impact.

Proficiency in Xero accounting software and advanced Excel skills.

Exceptional attention to detail, organisational ability and capacity to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, strategic narratives for non-financial stakeholders.

Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modeling.

Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits Management Accountant

Salary in the region of £60,000-£70,000 dependent on experience plus extensive benefits package.

Hybrid working - 2 days in the office and 3 from home

Discretionary bonus

Excellent office location in Mayfair

Enhanced company pension

Private healthcare

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