Assistant Management Accountant

Posted 01 February 2019
Salary £25000 - £30000 per annum + Benefits
Location
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accounting & Finance
ReferenceATB_037_1549034890
Contact NameAshleigh Bowman

Job description

A leading Media Company in the City are seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join the Finance team. As the Assistant Management Accountant, you will assist in all areas of reporting, other cost management and balance sheet management and will be reporting directly to the Senior Management Accountant.

Main Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Preparing client reconciliations which are accurate and timely
  • Assisting with Management Accountant with all WPP reporting
  • Preparing the forecasts for other costs in conjunction with budget holders and the Management Accountant
  • Assisting in any client audits
  • 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
  • Preparing balance sheet reconciliations for all relevant balance sheet accounts on a timely basis
  • 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
  • Additional Ad-Hoc projects as required

The successful Candidate:

  • Will be degree educated (2:1 or above)
  • Have at least 1 years' previous experience in a Finance role
  • Be part qualified and actively seeking to finish their exams
  • Great in person, with excellent communication skills
  • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills in order to meet strict reporting deadlines
  • Excel Savvy