MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

UP TO £60,000 PA

SOUTH WEST LONDON

FULL TIME CONTRACT ROLE – UP TO 12 MONTHS

I have partnered with a private members’ only club to recruit a proactive and analytical Management Accountant for a maternity cover position. This role is crucial in supporting the Finance Department by delivering timely and accurate financial reporting, monthly reconciliations, and data-driven insights to inform operational and strategic decisions. You must have relevant experience in the hospitality, leisure or retail industry and strong Excel skills. This is a hybrid role, with a competitive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Management Accounts:

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts.
• Provide variance analysis and narrative commentary.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Produce sales reporting for various departments.
• Produce monthly capex expenditure reports for the CFO and various departments.
• Process accruals, prepayments, and general ledger transactions.

Reconciliations and Financial Control:

• Perform regular reconciliations across all major accounts, including deferred income, retail stock, full general ledger, VAT returns, and capex reconciliations.
• Maintain and improve internal financial controls and procedures.

Sales and Income Processing:

• Process income and reporting for events, membership, investment income, and rental invoices.
• Oversee and understand the revenue at the club.

Team Collaboration and Communication:

• Liaise with departmental managers to ensure timely and accurate financial information.
• Support the Head of Finance with CFO reports and analysis.

Audit and Systems:

• Assist with external audits.
• Support financial systems and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with audit requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or QBE (Qualified by Experience).
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with reconciliations and large data sets.
• Experience in hospitality, leisure, or retail.