Lead Management Accountant

Lead Management Accountant

The Lead Management Accountant is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and compliant financial information while supporting the effective operation of the finance function. The role plays a key part in month-end close, financial reporting, audit support, and continuous improvement, while also providing guidance and oversight to junior team members.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting & Close
• Prepare and review month-end and year-end journal entries, reconciliations, and balances
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of period-end close activities
• Prepare or review statutory accounts and management reporting packs
• Support compliance with accounting standards, group policies, and internal controls

• Controls, Compliance & Audit
• Maintain strong balance sheet control through robust reconciliations and issue resolution
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and responses
• Identify and remediate control gaps or process weaknesses
• Ensure adherence to SOX / internal control frameworks where applicable

• Business & Stakeholder Support
• Act as a finance contact for internal stakeholders, responding to queries and providing insight
• Analyse financial data and explain variances to non-finance stakeholders
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc financial analysis as required

• Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise, and automate accounting processes
• Contribute to finance transformation or system implementation projects
• Document processes and support continuous improvement initiatives

• Team Support & Development
• Review work completed by junior accountants / finance associates for accuracy and quality
• Provide guidance, coaching, and technical support to team members
• Support knowledge sharing and best practice within the finance team

Work Experience Requirements

Number of Overall Years Necessary: minimum of 8 years relevant experience in a finance or accounting role is desirable

A third-level qualification in business or a related discipline

Proven experience in a similar role, with a good understanding of the responsibilities listed above.

Education Requirements

Degree in Business or a related discipline

Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge:

Completion of a Professional Accounting Qualification CIMA/ACCA/ACA

A strong knowledge of MS Excel is a prerequisite for this position

Experience of SAP would be a distinct advantage.

EOE Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.