Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join a growing healthcare communications agency. Reporting to the Finance Director and Associate Director of Management Accounting, you will play a key role in financial operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while contributing to the company’s success.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee group purchase ledgers and manage purchase orders.

- Prepare and reconcile quarterly VAT returns and annual IRS 1099 reports.

- Lead month-end management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and postings.

- Prepare monthly balance sheets, transfer pricing reconciliations, and FX revaluations.

- Manage supplier payments, credit cards, and expense reimbursements.

- Handle intercompany invoicing and reconciliation of balances.

- Support non-labour overhead budgeting and forecasting.

- Supervise and mentor two Finance Assistants.

- Assist in preparing year-end accounts, audits, and corporate cash flow management.

- Ensure compliance with financial policies, immediately addressing any breaches.

- Maintain and update financial reporting timelines.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Experience in the Marketing/Advertising/Communications industry.

- Proficiency in Paprika accounting software.

- Advanced MS Excel skills and strong MS Office proficiency.

- Solid understanding of accounting and tax principles, credit control, and related regulations.

- Experience working with both US and UK financial systems.

- Finance or accounting degree, or part-qualified with a relevant professional body (e.g., ACCA, CIMA).

- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.

- Proactive, adaptable, and a problem solver with a strong work ethic.