Finance and Accounting

Management Accountant, Home Counties

Ref: 1339

Basic £55,000. Usual benefits.

Our client, a globally recognised Captive, is now seeking an experienced Management Accountant. Will consider both qualified and part-qualified accountants (ACCA, CIMA, ACA). You will become the second-in-command of their Finance Team, reporting directly to their Finance Manager. Assisting in the smooth running of the department, using effective communication both internally and externally. Requires good technical expertise with current accounting and reporting regulations. Preparation & reporting of financial management results and other reports within set deadlines to corporate HQ and local management. Assist in the production of statutory financial statements. Manage accounting ledgers, prepare all treasury reports and assist with annual budgets and monthly forecasts. Ideally suits someone living around the Berks/Hants area. Good hybrid working (WFH) available.

Senior Management Accountant, Greater London

Ref: 1314

Basic £58-65,000, Bonus 10%pa & Excellent Benefits

Major lessor, seeking a Qualified Accountant (ACCA or CIMA) with industry specific accounting knowledge. Reporting directly to their Financial Controller, working closely in managing and assisting in the development of the Finance Accounting team. Primarily responsible for ensuring that balance sheet reconciliations are carried out accurately and on a timely basis, with any non-clearing items investigated, cleared and reported. Needing a good understanding of the general ledger. Overseeing the analysis of key p&l line items such as; line-by-line income, termination income, secondary rental income, overheads etc. Posting all journals within the month end deadline. Producing the monthly management accounts. Deliver on allocated projects. Mentor and assess performance of staff, and be able to influence, negotiate and work well within a team environment. 

POSITION NOW FILLED.

Finance Manager, Greater London   

Ref: 1224

Basic to £63,000 plus 15% bonus, excellent benefits

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, primarily responsible for the monthly production of management accounts and for the managing and coaching of the Finance team.  A reasonable level of management experience is therefore required. The role also involves overseeing cash and banking responsibilities as well as general balance sheet reconciliation activities. Management of the month end P&L process, with wide Balance Sheet responsibilities. Other functions with include involvement with systems development, mentoring and assessing the performance of staff. Covering for the Financial Controller and Accounts staff as required. Would suit a qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) with a high degree of industry specific leasing and asset finance accounting knowledge. Must have a strong ability to influence and negotiate with others.  

POSITION NOW FILLED.

Financial & Management Accountant, Hampshire  

Ref: 1200

Basic c.£50,000, Annual Bonus & Excellent Benefits

Our client, the leasing division of a well-established Bank, are creating a new role with the individual to act as a dedicated resource in the reporting of the performance of their asset finance portfolio. Reporting into their Group Finance, in preparing management and statutory information for the Asset Finance Board. Lead the execution of accurate and timely completion of the month end processes. Take ownership of the general ledger, ensuring all journals posted are accurate and contain strong supporting documentation. Prepare monthly analytical reviews and prepare month end financial reports. Monitor the daily bank reconciliations, working with the business to ensure unreconciled items are investigated and cleared. Liaise with the Business to deliver annual forecasts. Prepare monthly analytical reviews on actual performance against forecasts, presenting to the Board at quarterly meetings. Assist the business with financial analysis and support the Group’s external audit. Liaise with and assist the business with developing new products, enhancing existing and the development of new systems. Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) very much preferred, but may consider those not qualified but offering considerable lease accounting experience.

POSITION NOW FILLED.

Financial Directors

(General)

We are always interested in speaking with Financial Directors who may be prepared to consider alternative career opportunities. Manning Solutions is often not handling any specific assignments, but given our 18+ years’ experience we know that there is always an ongoing requirement within leasing. We are happy to discuss the market in general with a view to establishing precisely the type of responsibilities you would prefer to consider in your next role. We fully appreciate that your skills can be easily transferable into many differing posts - some with considerable strategic importance to the business and others providing a more traditional major financial reporting role. Whatever your interest, we can provide informed advice on salaries, growing sectors and the market as a whole. Importantly, we can maintain an awareness of your precise preferences for the time when that ideal opportunity does arise. Confidentiality, as always, is assured.