Management Accountant
Handle Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a leading creative agency in their search for a Management Accountant.
This opportunity is ideal for a part-qualified or newly qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) finance professional who is looking to play a key, forward-thinking role within a dynamic finance function. Working closely with the CFO and senior stakeholders, you will provide meaningful commercial insight and support strategic decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities
*Preparation of monthly management accounts across multiple entities, including:
*Profit & loss analysis
*Balance sheet reviews and reconciliations
*Key metric reporting and supporting schedules
*Analysis of financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing clear commercial insights and actionable recommendations
*Monitoring and controlling costs, identifying efficiency improvements and cost-saving opportunities
*Reviewing client profitability, highlighting margin performance and supporting commercial reporting
*Supporting the annual budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with department heads
*Conducting regular financial review meetings with department managers to ensure alignment with budget and strategic objectives
*Weekly review of creditors and WIP, escalating issues to the CFO or partners as required
*Supporting external audits and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations
*Preparing monthly/quarterly VAT returns and assisting with corporate tax processes
*Supporting the implementation of intercompany invoicing processes
*Managing cash flow, including preparation of a 13-week cash flow forecast
*Developing expertise in the Paprika system and driving continuous financial process improvements
*Providing holiday cover within the finance team
*Delivering ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
*ACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified (or finalist/qualified)
*Proven experience in a Management Accountant role, ideally within the communications or creative sector
*Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting standards
*Experience with intercompany invoicing
*Paprika accounting system experience is essential
*Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, IF statements, etc.)
*Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities
*Strong attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure
*Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
*Demonstrable experience of streamlining or implementing improved financial processes
*Collaborative team player

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.