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MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT - FMCG

EAST LONDON / WALTHAMSTOW AREA (1 DAY HOME | 4 DAY OFFICE)

UP TO 60,000 BASE + BENEFITS

THE COMPANY:

We're partnering with a successful FMCG business that is continuing to expand based on increased demand on their high-quality product, as such they're now hiring for a Management Accountant to join the team.

As Management Accountant, you'll be responsible for leading a small transactional team, leading the month end close, management accounts, balance sheet reconciliation, MI and KPO reporting, and improvements in workflow.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant that is either Part Qualified or fully Qualified (ACA, CIMA, or ACCA) or Management Accountant that is Qualified by Experience/QBE, to join a forward-thinking business.

THE MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:

• As the Management Accountant, you'll be leading a small transactional finance team and overseeing activities to ensure key deadlines are hit
• Responsible for the Month-End Close, Management Accounts and producing the board level report which includes variance analysis, MI data, as well as insights and KPI data
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliation, stock valuations, journals including prepayment and accruals
• Cashflow forecasting and management, including daily banking and payments
• Supporting with the Budgeting and Forecasting
• Reviewing processes, implementing improvements and using automated workflows to create efficiencies
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement and supporting with ERP improvements and upgrades
• Maintaining and reviewing internal controls and audit readiness.
• Coordinate year end, audits, statutory filings, and compliance checks.

THE PERSON:

• Must have experience as a Management Accountant within the FMCG (consumer products) industry, whether this be Manufacturing, Retail, Wholesale or similar)
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Part-qualified or Fully Qualified, as well as candidates who Qualified by Experience / QBE will be considered
• Must have experience of leading a small transactional team
• Experience with Stock is essential
• Good experience of systems as well as an analytical mindset is key
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple tasks.

TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Management Accountant role via the advert for immediate consideration.

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Working as part of a close team, the Management Accountant will focus on month-end revenue reporting, treasury reporting, and management information (MI) analyses.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global banking group headquartered in London, known for its commitment to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. The firm offers a collaborative and inclusive culture, with a hybrid working model (3 days in the office per week).

Description

• Preparation of monthly performance data including updates, consistency checks and reconciliations within the EMEA Region.
• Production of Financial and Management Accounting Reports and Analysis for both EMEA and Head Office
• Analyse P&L to ensure completeness versus GL and accurate allocation between front office departments, Treasury and Planning.
• Discuss with and advise relevant stakeholders regarding the treatment and booking of transactions.
• Reporting allocations and other variance observations.
• Review of reporting to identify and investigate any reporting risks and inefficiencies.
• Liaise with Head Office departments and accounting teams of the overseas branches world-wide to guide and support them with regards to EMEA transactions.
• Provide analysis of monthly income for management including production of commentary, tables and charts as required.
• Identify potential sources of risk, investigating them thoroughly and taking appropriate action.

Profile

The ideal candidate will be / have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified
• Ideally 5 + years experience
• Management Accounting / Revenue Accounting experience
• Able to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights
• Track record of Implementation of Process Improvements
• Power BI and / or Alteryx experience - desirable
• Banking or Financial Services sector experience - desirable
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory requirements
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working - 3 days in office per week
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A collaborative and professional work environment.

Working as part of a close team, the Management Accountant will focus on month-end revenue reporting, treasury reporting, and management information (MI) analyses.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global banking group headquartered in London, known for its commitment to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. The firm offers a collaborative and inclusive culture, with a hybrid working model (3 days in the office per week).

Description

• Preparation of monthly performance data including updates, consistency checks and reconciliations within the EMEA Region.
• Production of Financial and Management Accounting Reports and Analysis for both EMEA and Head Office
• Analyse P&L to ensure completeness versus GL and accurate allocation between front office departments, Treasury and Planning.
• Discuss with and advise relevant stakeholders regarding the treatment and booking of transactions.
• Reporting allocations and other variance observations.
• Review of reporting to identify and investigate any reporting risks and inefficiencies.
• Liaise with Head Office departments and accounting teams of the overseas branches world-wide to guide and support them with regards to EMEA transactions.
• Provide analysis of monthly income for management including production of commentary, tables and charts as required.
• Identify potential sources of risk, investigating them thoroughly and taking appropriate action.

Profile

The ideal candidate will be / have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified
• Ideally 5 + years experience
• Management Accounting / Revenue Accounting experience
• Able to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights
• Track record of Implementation of Process Improvements
• Power BI and / or Alteryx experience - desirable
• Banking or Financial Services sector experience - desirable
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory requirements
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working - 3 days in office per week
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A collaborative and professional work environment.

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

WEST LONDON | HYBRID WORKING (1 to 2 Days Per Week in the Office)

UP TO 55,000 BASE (NEG) + BONUS (1st Year Guaranteed c. 65k inclusive ) + BENEFITS

THE COMPANY:

We're partnering with a highly successful business that has multiple offices globally and is looking to expand its finance team. We're recruiting for a Management Accountant to join their UK finance function, supporting operations across five international offices.

This business operates on a global scale, delivering high-impact projects for large clients. With a collaborative and people-first culture, the company offers an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant seeking a varied, strategic, and hands-on role. You'll work closely with the Group Financial Controller and an existing Management Accountant, contributing to financial controls, reporting, and global process improvement.

This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to join a forward-thinking company where you'll be given the opportunity to develop.

THE MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:

• Working alongside the current Management Accountant and reporting into the Group Financial Controller
• Preparing monthly and annual management accounts across international offices, including commentary and insights
• Supporting with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic decision support for senior management
• Playing a key role in revenue recognition aligned with client contracts and relevant reporting standards
• Assisting with treasury and cash management, ensuring funds are appropriately allocated across global entities
• Contributing to the statutory audit for group companies, managing audit queries, and liaising with global stakeholders
• Supporting intercompany accounting and agreements between multiple jurisdictions
• Helping to implement enhanced financial controls and reporting processes across the group
• Identifying opportunities to automate processes, simplify reporting, and improve the efficiency of the finance function
• Liaising with outsourced finance teams internationally and working closely with internal project and leadership teams

THE PERSON:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong hands-on Management Accounting experience (strong finalists will be considered)
• Commercially minded, with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Experience with process improvement or financial systems automation is desirable
• Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholder relationships
• Comfortable working in an SME environment with flexibility, adaptability, and independence
• Experience with Power BI or similar data visualisation tools would be a bonus

TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Management Accountant role via the advert for immediate consideration.

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Our client are seeking an experienced Management Accountant with a background in an accountancy practice and the ability to work across multiple clients. This role is great for someone who enjoys variety, client interaction and being part of a supportive, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients (sales/purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, expenses, credit cards, intercompany transactions)
• Process and reconcile multi-currency transactions
• Provide client services such as invoicing, credit control, and supplier/employee payments
• Prepare management accounts including prepayments, accruals, depreciation, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare and submit VAT returns for UK and Non-UK transactions
• Support VAT registrations/deregistrations and respond to client queries
• Regularly liaise with clients, providing support and advice
• Use cloud-based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and AI tools such as Hubdoc or Dext
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all work meets high standards and deadlines

Key attributes

• AAT qualified (ACCA part-qualified or QBE also considered)
• Minimum 3 years’ bookkeeping or accountancy practice experience across multiple clients
• Confident in preparing VAT returns and management accounts
• Excellent understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and management accounting principles
• Proficient in Xero and QuickBooks Online (Sage experience advantageous)
• Strong grasp of UK VAT rules; knowledge of foreign currency and cross-border VAT desirable (training available)
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, functions, data manipulation)
• High attention to detail, strong organisational and presentation skills
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients at all levels
• Self-motivated and able to manage workload effectively to meet deadlines

Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday
• 5% employer pension contributions
• Healthcare plan
• 1 day WFH after 3 month probationary period

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills.  Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

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Consultant: Donna Jackson

Your new company
You'll be joining a dynamic and forward-thinking finance team within a growing organisation that values accuracy, insight, and collaboration. The company is focused on delivering high-quality financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning. With a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and data-driven insights, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a business preparing for future growth and potential exit.

Your new role
In this role, you'll be a key contributor to the finance function, working closely with the management accounting team and other departments to ensure the timely and accurate execution of financial processes. You will:

• Work with the management accounting team to deliver timely and accurate execution of the month-end process to enable high-quality management accounts
• Perform in-depth monthly reviews of balance sheet and control accounts
• Prepare accurate accounting journals for areas such as revenue recognition, cost of sales recognitions, prepayment and accruals accounting
• Work to develop better ways of obtaining and analysing data from multiple sources
• Always ensure you follow good financial control to maintain a robust control environment
• Support the GFC through the annual audit process, preparing high quality support for auditor analysis
• Assist in the preparation of other statutory reporting requirements, e.g. quarterly VAT reports, ONS reporting
• Assist the business in the preparation for a future exit by developing and maintaining high-quality, consistent reporting schedules

What you'll need to succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• A Part Qualification in accounting (ACCA or CIMA), or equivalent experience (minimum 3 years)
• A strong background in financial analysis and reconciliation
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience working with large datasets and complex financial information
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality outputs
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

What you'll get in return
In return, you'll gain:

• A Competitive Salary
• Hybrid working (3,2)
• The opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive finance team
• Exposure to a wide range of financial processes and strategic projects
• A role that encourages innovation and continuous improvement
• The chance to contribute to a business preparing for significant future milestones
• A dynamic, project-based environment where your input will be valued and impactful

What you need to do now
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Management Accountant, Hertford area, 38,000-45,000+ study & Bonus

Abacus Consulting are excited to be working with a well-established SME business in their search for a Management Accountant

This is a permanent/full time role, office based for onboarding then a hybrid working arrangement. The role is based near Hertford

Working as part of a small head office finance team, your duties as the Management Accountant will include -

• Full management accounts ownership for 2 companies
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Fixed assets
• Purchase ledger and sales ledger
• Payroll - mostly weekly
• Cashbook
• Provide support to Financial Accountant and Finance Director

The ideal candidate will come from an SME background and have all round experience including payroll, transactional and management accounts. Must be a confident Excel user

You will be joining a successful family run business who have international operations. Will offer study support and there is a bonus based on company performance

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

WEST LONDON | HYBRID WORKING (1 to 2 Days Per Week in the Office)

UP TO 55,000 BASE (NEG) + BONUS (1st Year Guaranteed c. 65k inclusive ) + BENEFITS

THE COMPANY:

We're partnering with a highly successful business that has multiple offices globally and is looking to expand its finance team. We're recruiting for a Management Accountant to join their UK finance function, supporting operations across five international offices.

This business operates on a global scale, delivering high-impact projects for large clients. With a collaborative and people-first culture, the company offers an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant seeking a varied, strategic, and hands-on role. You'll work closely with the Group Financial Controller and an existing Management Accountant, contributing to financial controls, reporting, and global process improvement.

This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to join a forward-thinking company where you'll be given the opportunity to develop.

THE MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:

• Working alongside the current Management Accountant and reporting into the Group Financial Controller
• Preparing monthly and annual management accounts across international offices, including commentary and insights
• Supporting with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic decision support for senior management
• Playing a key role in revenue recognition aligned with client contracts and relevant reporting standards
• Assisting with treasury and cash management, ensuring funds are appropriately allocated across global entities
• Contributing to the statutory audit for group companies, managing audit queries, and liaising with global stakeholders
• Supporting intercompany accounting and agreements between multiple jurisdictions
• Helping to implement enhanced financial controls and reporting processes across the group
• Identifying opportunities to automate processes, simplify reporting, and improve the efficiency of the finance function
• Liaising with outsourced finance teams internationally and working closely with internal project and leadership teams

THE PERSON:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong hands-on Management Accounting experience (strong finalists will be considered)
• Commercially minded, with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Experience with process improvement or financial systems automation is desirable
• Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholder relationships
• Comfortable working in an SME environment with flexibility, adaptability, and independence
• Experience with Power BI or similar data visualisation tools would be a bonus

TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Management Accountant role via the advert for immediate consideration.

By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

This Management Accountant role in the FMCG industry focuses on delivering accurate financial reporting and supporting business decisions through detailed analysis. The position is based in London and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment.

Please note - This will be a Hybrid Role upon successfully passing probation. In the first instance, 5 days per week in the office. After, 4 days in the office and 1 from home.

Client Details

This is a medium-sized company operating within the FMCG sector, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality products to consumers. The organisation values efficiency and precision in its Accounting & Finance department.

Description

• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Analyse financial data to support strategic decision-making and budgeting processes.
• Assist with forecasting and variance analysis across departments.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operational teams to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Support the annual audit process by preparing required documentation.
• Maintain and improve financial systems and processes for efficiency.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis as required by senior management.

Profile

A successful Management Accountant should have:

• A professional accounting qualification or relevant degree in Accounting & Finance.
• Experience within the FMCG industry or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data effectively.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
• An ability to work collaboratively across departments while meeting deadlines.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from 42,000 to 47,000 per annum.
• Permanent role based in London with opportunities for career growth.
• Generous annual leave allowance and a supportive work environment.
• Exposure to the FMCG industry and a chance to make a tangible impact.
• Access to professional development and training programmes.

Please note - This will be a Hybrid Role upon successfully passing probation. In the first instance, 5 days per week in the office. After, 4 days in the office and 1 from home.

There is no parking on-site, so candidate must be able to commute via public transport to Park Royal/Harlesden.

If you are ready to take on this Management Accountant role in London, apply now to join a thriving team in the FMCG sector.