Management Accountant

Forsyth Barnes; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Management Accountant
Industry: Sports
Reporting To: Senior Finance Manager
Location: London (Hybrid – minimum three days in office)

Our client is a global governing body in the sports sector, committed to ensuring the long-term growth and sustainability of the sport. The organisation oversees rules and regulations governing both international and national competitions and is responsible for global sports development programs, equipment monitoring, officiating standards, and tournament management.

The Management Accountant plays a crucial role in financial management, reporting, and process improvement. This position involves assisting with accounting operations, financial analysis, and maintaining internal controls while ensuring statutory compliance. A key responsibility includes managing debtors by working closely with different departments and fostering financial understanding across the organisation. The role also supports the implementation of a new accounting system and assists in day-to-day finance functions.

Key Responsibilities

Management Accounts

1. Assist in preparing and distributing monthly management accounts.
2. Collaborate with department heads for performance analysis and commentary.
3. Manage debtors and drive process improvements.
4. Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and month-end tasks.

Budgets & Forecasting

1. Assist in preparing annual budgets and half-year forecasts.
2. Liaise with department managers to enhance financial awareness.
3. Write budget, mid-year review, and forecast commentary detailing variances.

Audit & Compliance

1. Support audit processes and prepare year-end audit schedules.
2. Assist in implementing a new accounting system.
3. Work with teams to enhance and automate internal controls.
4. Participate in testing, training, and upgrades for finance-related systems.
5. Identify and implement efficiency improvements in financial processes.

General Duties

1. Address ad hoc finance-related queries from other departments.
2. Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
3. Take minutes for finance committee meetings.
4. Identify opportunities for process enhancements.
5. Engage in specific projects as required.
6. Maintain a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

For more information, please contact James Gershfield - [e-mail]