At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients, and superior shareholder returns.

Through our behaviours of telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

We partner with M&G to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of M&G, AMS are looking for an Accountant-Fully Qualified based in London, for an initial 3 month contract. Hybrid with 2 days per week on-site.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer workplace accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role.

Purpose of the role

This role sits within the Property Fund Finance team, supporting the financial management and reporting of a portfolio of real estate funds. The position has been created to provide additional support during a period of increased workload, ensuring key financial processes continue to run smoothly. You will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting audits, and contributing to board and investor reporting activities across multiple entities.

What You'll Do

• Support the preparation and review of financial statements and statutory accounts across multiple entities.
• Work closely with auditors and external service providers, providing information and resolving queries throughout the audit process.
• Review financial reporting packs and challenge outputs to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Assist with budgeting processes, including budget preparation and variance analysis.
• Contribute to board reporting cycles, including preparation of materials and supporting documentation.
• Prepare distribution schedules and support board-level discussions where required.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including finance teams and third-party administrators.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure processes are followed and documented appropriately.

The Skills you'll need

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or ACMA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in financial reporting and statutory accounting.
• Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience working with auditors and supporting audit processes.
• Exposure to budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review and challenge financial data.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.
• Proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Excel skills are desirable.
• Experience within property or real estate finance is beneficial but not essential.

Why M&G

We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.