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Management Accountant
Job Posted: 18 days ago
Salary: £ 51,663/Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: London
Expire in: 10 days
Job Description
Management Accountant
We are looking for Management Accountants to join the team, in this unique and vibrant workplace, nestled in the heart of London!
Salary: £43,542 - £51,663 per annum
Location: London/Hybrid (3 days in the office)
Contract Type: Permanent
Strengthen Financial Management & Enable Self-Service Budgeting
This central London Borough is embedding a modern, insight-driven approach to financial management, ensuring our services have the tools and information they need to make effective financial decisions. Our Management Accountants play a key role in supporting self-service budget monitoring, delivering robust financial reporting, and ensuring that financial processes run smoothly across the council. You’ll be joining the team at an exciting time, supporting the business to make the most of our new Oracle system and harness its capabilities to improve financial literacy and increase the use of data to impact decision-making
We have two roles available, working in Housing and Resources & Chief Executive’s finance teams. You’ll work closely with Finance Business Partners who will provide strategic guidance, while you focus on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Empowering Cost Centre Managers – Support budget holders to develop their financial confidence and capability, enabling them to take greater ownership of their budgets and produce accurate forecasts.
Budget Monitoring & Forecasting – Provide accurate and timely financial information, ensuring budget holders have the right data to make informed decisions.
Financial Reporting & Compliance – Maintain financial controls, ensure adherence to regulations and support the completion of statutory returns.
Process Improvement & Efficiency – Work with Finance Business Partners to streamline financial processes, enhance automation and reduce manual workloads.
Financial Planning & Year-End Processes – Play a key role in budget-setting, in-year monitoring, and financial year-end close, ensuring financial integrity across all processes.
Embedding a Data-Driven Approach – Ensure financial insights are well-structured and accessible, making it easier for managers to interpret financial performance information.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential - Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT) or equivalent experience, and evidence of continuing professional development.
Strong Financial & Analytical Skills – Ability to extract, interpret, and communicate complex financial data effectively.
Public Sector Finance Knowledge – Understanding of local government finance frameworks, budget cycles, and financial regulations.
Confidence with Financial Systems – Experience using general ledger and financial software (e.g., Excel, ERP systems) to manage and report financial data.
Collaboration & Problem-Solving – Ability to work alongside Finance Business Partners and budget holders, providing guidance and support as needed.
Why Join Us
Impactful Role – Help shape how financial information is used to support decision-making across the council.
Opportunities for Growth – Develop your career in a dynamic and forward-thinking finance team.
Collaborative & Supportive Team – Work closely with Finance Business Partners and budget holders to embed best practice.
Generous Benefits Package including – 31 days annual leave (increasing with long service), Local Government Pension Scheme, family-friendly and flexible working, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, volunteering leave and season ticket loans. Further benefits after 12-months service include travel allowance (London Underground zones 1-2) and professional fees paid.
Ready to Make an Impact Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (2-4 sides A4 maximum) setting out how you meet the role requirements.
Deadline: Sunday 9th March 2025
Diversity & Inclusion: This London Borough is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant, Business Accountant, Finance and Operations BP, Finance BP, Senior Finance Officer, Finance Officer, Accountant, etc.
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