Junior Management Accountant

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts, including journal entries and variance analysis.
• Assist with the preparation and review of revenue schedules, including deferred and accrued income, ensuring accuracy and alignment with revenue recognition policies.
• Prepare and maintain key balance sheet reconciliations (e.g. prepayments, accruals, intercompany, fixed assets) and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.
• Support cash and bank reporting processes, including daily reconciliations, weekly cash flash updates and month-end cash reporting.
• Assist with the group’s consolidation process, including sub-consolidation tasks, intercompany eliminations and group reporting pack inputs.
• Provide support during the annual audit cycle by preparing audit schedules and evidence packs across key accounting areas.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and tax filings (e.g. VAT returns, corporation tax schedules), under the guidance of senior team members.
• Maintain and update all documentation in line with the group’s financial controls, policies, and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with senior accountants and financial controllers to identify and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
• Support wider ad-hoc tasks including reporting packs, financial analysis, and finance system or process improvement initiatives.
• Act as a backup for critical finance processes, including revenue and month-end reporting, ensuring continuity.
• Take responsibility for maintaining well-organised working files, ensuring that all accounting work is audit-ready and compliant.
• Actively participate in learning and development opportunities, gaining exposure to group-wide accounting, reporting, and business operations.

• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
• 1–2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role (industry or practice)
• Strong interest in revenue recognition, financial operations, and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving
• Organised, curious, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines
• Confident using Excel; prior experience with ERP systems such as Net Suite or SAP BPC is a plus
• A strong team player with the willingness to support others and learn from experienced professionals