Management Accountant - 6-Month Contract - Central London
We are seeking a skilled Management Accountant for a 6-month contract within a dynamic Consumer Leisure environment based in Central London. This role is ideal for someone with strong accounting and reporting experience, particularly within small to medium-sized businesses.
Key Requirements:
*Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Management Accountant role
*Experience working in small to medium-sized businesses
*Proficiency with Paprika accounting software is highly desirable
*Industry experience in Consumer, Hospitality, Events, or FMCG sectors is a strong advantage
Key Responsibilities:
*Manage month-end close processes for multiple venues
*Prepare weekly performance reports for senior leadership
*Conduct regular analysis of income, gross profit margins, and staffing costs
*Support the preparation of annual budgets, reforecasts, and rolling forecasts
*Assist with year-end audit processes
*Oversee and execute weekly payment runs
*Provide ad hoc financial and event-related support
*Contribute to finance team projects as needed
*Create ad hoc budgets and financial projections for Directors
*Reconcile card and cash takings to ensure accurate revenue recognition
*Own event budgets from a finance perspective, challenging overspends
*Ensure purchase orders are raised and approved for all committed costs
*Collaborate with Operations and Management for timely client reporting
*Produce trend analysis and reports to support on-site operations
*Coordinate client reporting and ensure PO compliance
*Deliver stock-related financial reporting
Skills & Attributes:
*Strong experience managing multiple revenue streams and cost centres
*Growth mindset and interest in the events and entertainment sector
*Intermediate to finalist level CIMA/ACCA qualification
*Comfortable working with large datasets and complex spreadsheets
*Confident communicator, able to challenge senior stakeholders
*Highly organised, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
*Excellent communication and presentation skills
To be considered for the role, candidates must be available to start the role immediately.
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