Sr. Management Accountant

Overview

In this temporary role, you will support financial reporting, analysis, and month-end processes to help the business run smoothly. You’ll work within a fast-paced SME environment, contributing to intercompany and group reporting, and supporting due diligence and audit requests. The position offers exposure to PE-backed finance dynamics and process improvement across the finance function. This is a six-month assignment with immediate or near-immediate start in London.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive daily rate (circa £350-£450)

Responsibilities

• Support project accounting activities with accurate reporting and analysis
• Drive process improvements across finance to streamline procedures
• Review and enhance reporting and intercompany processes for accuracy and efficiency
• Assist with month-end close and preparation of monthly management accounts
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and P&L
• Analyze group reporting packs for consistency and accuracy
• Coordinate audit requests and provide supporting documentation
• Support PE house reporting with timely financial information
• Assist with due diligence requests and provide relevant financial data
• Provide historical financial information and ad hoc analysis as required

Key requirements

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent
• Experience in an SME environment (preferred)
• Experience in PE-backed businesses (preferred)
• Strong Excel skills
• Immediate availability or within 1 week
• Ability to manage multiple reporting streams and deadlines
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting
• Experience supporting audits and due diligence

• attention to detail
• proactive with process improvement mindset
• strong communication and collaboration
• Excel proficiency
• Financial reporting
• Month-end close

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