Handle are excited to be helping a major sports entertainment management company in their search for a management accountant. Joining the London team this is an outstanding opportunity for someone to come into an extremely interesting sector. This is a perfect opportunity for a newly qualified accountant or a finalist!
We are seeking a proficient and personable Management Accountant to be responsible for providing financial services to ensure an efficient, accurate and timely, financial & management Accounting function for the company. You will report directly into the Financial Controller and play a crucial role in supporting the finance activities for the continually growing organisation. The role has a wide range of responsibilities and will require someone who can work accurately and to tight deadlines.
Responsibilities to include:
- Prepare and maintain all financial schedules, ledgers, and balance sheet reconciliations in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Preparation of all bank reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly management reporting packages for submission to Finance Director, UK & International, adhering to month end deadlines.
- Preparation of month end journals, month end audit files and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Month end close and timely preparation of financial and management reports (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash flow).
- Assist in the preparation of month end flux analysis.
- Preparation of revenue invoices and supporting the financial controller in the correct recognition of revenue.
- Review of customer ageing and chasing of overdue collections.
- Ensuring timeliness, accuracy and completeness of transaction processing into the financial system- Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Ensuring timely and accurate submission of financial reporting to Group Finance
- Performing a first review of employee expenses on Concur by ensuring the correct documentation is provided and the cost is within Company policy.
- Perform calculations, analyses and reports as requested by the Financial Controller or Finance Director (UK & International).
- Assist with year-end group audit, and play a key part in local UK statutory audits for all base companies by preparing documentation and supporting schedules.
- Prepare and file VAT returns.
- Assist the Financial Controller or Finance Director (UK & International) in ad-hoc projects.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business with an emphasis in accounting, or a related field will be useful.
- At least newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
- Must have a high level of attention to detail and great organisational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential as the role involves dealing with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skill.
- Ability to be a team player with a conscientious and motivated attitude.
- Strong knowledge of Excel e.g. V look ups and Pivots.
- Experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 desirable.
- An interest in sports or entertainment would be beneficial.
This is an amazing opportunity not to be missed out on, previous experience in sport or entertainment is desirable but a passion or interest is key!
Apply now.
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