London & Country Mortgages | Management Accountant

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT Hybrid Working Mostly remote with some visits to the Bath office as needed Fun, rewarding and with the opportunity to develop and grow your career. Thats life with L&C Mortgages, the UKs leading fee free mortgage broker with over 160 awards to its name. Join us and youll be part of a business that takes your progress seriously and wants you to enjoy being part of the L&C family. From high 5 colleague nominations recognising those who go the extra mile to in depth employee assistance and support programmes, comprehensive benefits hub via Perkbox, your birthday off and much more. This is a place that really wants to give back on the effort you put in. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking financial services organisation, seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting, planning, and regulatory compliance, as well as expertise in leading finance transformation projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone keen to support the future growth and development of the finance function. The role The Management Accountant will play a vital role in the growth and development of the Finance function at L&C, and ultimately the wider business. They will help support top level strategic decision making and both short- and long-term financial planning, through comprehensive financial analysis and reporting. They will collaborate with stakeholders across the business to gather input and provide insight into forecasting, recommending actions to optimize when required. They will also support the preparation and submission of company tax returns, as well as submitting regulatory returns whilst ensuring compliance is met. They will lead the Finance Transformation Programme, including the implementation and upgrade of the General Ledger system, overseeing the introduction of a new expense claims system, and driving the redesign of finance processes with a key focus on efficiency and control across the function. Throughout the project they will act as a main point of contact for stakeholders, providing updates on progress and resolving project challenges. FCA certification regime & conduct rules L&C is authorised and regulated by the FCA and is classified as an Enhanced Firm under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR). This role is subject to the 6 FCA Conduct rules and you will be expected to adhere to them at all times. (See below). Any confirmed breaches of the Conduct Rules will be reported to the FCA annually. Should you apply for a Certified role in another financial services firm then L&C may be required to disclose this information in a Regulatory Reference request. 1.You must act with integrity 2.You must act with due care, skill, and diligence 3.You must be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators 4.You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly 5.You must observe proper standards of market conduct 6.You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail customers About you As a qualified accountant youll have ample experience with preparing accounts and statements, providing key financial analysis and commentary, helping the business make those all-important financial decisions. Youll need demonstratable expertise with building financial plans and forecast modelling, as well as strong knowledge with regulatory tax compliance. Were looking for an adaptable and dynamic individual to help transform our finance function, so significant project management experience is a must, particularly with transformation programmes. Youll need to be results driven and proactive, working with relevant teams to identify and combat any potential issues and implement improvements. With acute technical and influential qualities, youll cascade your knowledge to guide, support and encourage a high performing team Why join L&C? Working at L&C means being part of an environment of respect and equality. Were entering an exciting period and its a great time to join us. Were already the UKs No.1 online mortgage broker but we dont want to stop there. As an employee of L&C, youll get: A starting holiday entitlement of 24 days The challenges and opportunities that make us develop professionally & personally Being part of a respectful working environment Having a day off on your birthday and if you move house Comprehensive benefits and employee support programmes At London & Country Mortgages, we are committed to fostering a recruitment and selection process that is inherently diverse and inclusive. We believe in the strength that comes from a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively seek to create an environment where individuals from all walks of life feel welcome and valued. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is not just a goal; it is a fundamental part of our organisational culture, driving us to continuously enhance our practices to ensure that every candidate has an equal opportunity to contribute and thrive within our community. JBRP1_UKTJ