Management Accountant

Management Accountant, Production Agency, London, £45,000-£50,000 We're looking for a proactive, hands-on Management Accountant to lead the day-to-day finance function in a dynamic, fast-moving, project-led business. This is a brand-new role offering the opportunity to make it your own. You'll be responsible for keeping the finance function running smoothly, ensuring accurate financial records, effective cash management, and seamless month-end processes.

Working closely with the Finance Director, you'll play a key role in strengthening financial controls while helping to shape and improve processes as the business continues to grow. Your responsibilities will include:
Managing the end-to-end bookkeeping function, including sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations and expenses. Coordinating weekly supplier payment runs and maintaining effective cash flow management. Ensuring financial records are accurate, up to date and always audit-ready. Preparing month-end reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and supporting schedules. Processing payroll and ensuring VAT, PAYE and pension obligations are completed accurately and on time. Acting as the first point of contact for finance queries, building positive relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

Supporting the year-end process and liaising with external accountants. What we're looking for You'll be someone who enjoys taking ownership and thrives in a busy environment where accuracy matters. You'll have:
Strong bookkeeping and finance operations experience Experience managing cash flow and supplier payments Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Good Excel skills and a solid understanding of UK VAT and PAYE The ability to work independently and prioritise effectively Ideally you'll also have experience within an agency, professional services or project-based business AAT, ACCA or CIMA part-qualified (or qualified by experience).