Company: MICHAEL PAGE FINANCE
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum, Inc benefits
We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join our established Finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role will play a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, robust controls, and insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making across the business.
Client Details
Michael Page is excited to be partnering with a great FMCG Cosmetics Brand on the recruitment of a Management Accountant to be based in West London, hybrid working available.
Description
As the Management Accountant based from West London you will be responsible for:
We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join our established Finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role will play a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, robust controls, and insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ownership and optimisation of month-end close processes, including timely reporting
- Preparation of management accounts and three-statement financial models
- Cash flow forecasting and variance analysis (budget vs actuals and forecasts)
- Monitoring departmental and project spend, ensuring alignment with approved budgets
- Financial performance analysis with clear commentary and recommendations
- Supporting cost control initiatives and identifying efficiency opportunities
- Maintenance of financial records and support during audits
- Implementation and maintenance of corporate governance procedures
- Risk management and strengthening of internal controls
- Supervision and support of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable activities
- Nominal ledger mapping, GRNI clean-up, and process optimisation
- Preparation and processing of electronic batch payments
- Ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required
Profile
Experience & Qualifications
- Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
- Ideally 2 years' post-qualification experience, ideally within an eCommerce or consumer brand environment but not essential
- NetSuite experience is desirable but not essential
- Strong Excel skills; Power BI experience desirable
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong organisational skills
Skills & Attributes
- Clear and concise communicator, both written and verbal
- Highly organised, proactive, and self-motivated
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking capability
- Professional, collaborative, and confident in taking initiative
- Able to manage competing priorities while supporting the wider team
- Calm and resilient when operating in a fast-paced environment
Job Offer
- Salary £60k - £70k depending on experience
- Non contractual bonus of up to 10%
- Hybrid Working 3 days in the office and 2 from home
- 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays
- Private healthcare (BUPA)
- Your birthday day off too!
- Free company products
- Company discount for yourself, friends and family
- Wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme
- Life insurance x3 salary
- Cycle to work scheme