Management Accountant

Management Accountant 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract London / Hybrid Working (1 day per week in the office) £55,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Our client, a high-growth, PE-backed business, is seeking a commercially minded Management Accountant to join its finance team during an exciting period of transformation and systems change. This is a newly created role offering exposure across multiple areas of finance, working closely with senior stakeholders to improve processes, strengthen controls, and support key business projects. This opportunity would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable taking ownership of projects whilst maintaining strong financial control. Key Responsibilities - Lead finance process improvement initiatives and implement robust controls - Own and enhance balance sheet reconciliations and month-end processes - Support quarterly and year-end reporting requirements - Manage inter company accounting and reconciliation activities - Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis - Support finance systems and process transformation projects - Partner with stakeholders across finance and the wider business - Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reporting, and controls About You - Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA - Available immediately or on short notice period - Strong management accounting and financial control experience - Excellent Excel and data analysis skills - Proven ability to improve processes and implement controls - Experience within a Private Equity-backed, Retail, FMCG, Consumer, or fast-growth environment would be highly advantageous - Experience supporting finance transformation, ERP implementation, or systems projects is desirable On offer is the chance to make a genuine impact during a period of change and growth. There will be real depth and variety with this remit, and potential longer-term opportunities for an individual who demonstrates a proactive, hands-on, and results-driven approach. Due to the nature of the assignment, preference will be given to candidates who are available immediately or can start within a few weeks. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy