Assistant Management Accountant

Posted 01 February 2019
Salary £25000 - £30000 per annum + Benefits
Location
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accounting & Finance
ReferenceATB_035_1549017652
Contact NameAshleigh Bowman

Job description

I am currently working with a Media Company who are seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their Finance team in the City. You will be reporting directly to the Senior Management Accountant and will assist in all areas of reporting, other cost management and balance sheet management.

Main Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Assisting with Management Accountant with all WPP reporting
  • Preparing client reconciliations which are accurate and timely
  • Assisting in any client audits
  • Preparing balance sheet reconciliations for all relevant balance sheet accounts on a timely basis
  • Booking foreign exchange hedges with WPP treasury where applicable
  • Ensuring that all queries from the Finance team are responded to with accurate and timely information
  • Posting any revenue accrual or deferral journals in a timely manner for month-end reporting
  • Working closely with the Commercial WIP Manager and the client team to ensure regular timely billing and review of all jobs
  • Preparing the forecasts for other costs in conjunction with budget holders and the Management Accountant
  • Ad-Hoc projects as directed by the Management Accountant

The successful Candidate

  • Will be degree educated (2:1 or above)
  • Have at least 1 years' previous experience in a Finance role
  • Be great in person, with excellent communication skills
  • Some who is social and can work well with others
  • Be part qualified and actively seeking to finish their exams
  • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills in order to meet strict reporting deadlines