Assistant Management Accountant

Agency :CiceroJob Description :Company BackgroundH/Advisors is a trusted communications adviser to some of the finest companies in the world. We combine creative thinking with deep analytical insights and experience to advise on any business issue you might face, whether it is about growth, people or reputation. We are experts in the workings of financial markets, media, government and regulators. Our power to inform and influence is anchored by decades of experience, data-driven analysis, integrated AI tools and global reach through our international group.Founded in 2001, H/Advisors employs 1,500+ multidisciplinary experts in 40+ offices across Europe, America, APAC and the Middle East. Over the past two decades, we have expanded our presence in key financial centres worldwide, offering best-in-class counsel to boards, executives and investors navigating transformation, market shifts and reputation-defining moments.The RoleWe are looking for an Assistant / Management Accountant to support the financial performance and operational effectiveness of the agency through accurate financial reporting, analysis and financial administration. Working closely with the Finance Director, this role plays an important part in the month-end process, budgeting, forecasting, revenue management and financial controls across the business.Skills & ExperienceEssentialPart-qualified ACCA or CIMA3+ years’ experience in a finance or accounting roleExperience supporting month-end and management accounts preparationStrong Excel skills and confidence working with financial dataStrong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skillsExcellent attention to detail and accuracyStrong communication skills and ability to work with non-finance stakeholdersProactive, collaborative and eager to learnExperience with finance and reporting systemsDesirableDegree in Finance or AccountingExperience working in a professional services, agency or consultancy environmentExperience with budgeting, forecasting and management reportingUnderstanding of project accounting, WIP and revenue recognitionPrevious experience using Agresso software or similarKey ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reportingPrepare journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliationsAssist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysisSupport client billing, revenue reporting and work-in-progress managementMonitor cash flow, aged debt and support credit control activitiesProduce financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-makingSupport year-end audit activities and statutory reporting requirementsSupport internal group reporting requirementsIdentify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and reportingSupport profitability tracking by analysing and producing reports on timesheet dataBuild effective working relationships with colleagues across the business and provide day-to-day finance supportCompensation and BenefitsCompetitive salary and benefits packageFinance Study Package – further details on applicationPrivate medical insurancePension schemeLife Assurance25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidaysAward-winning training and development programmesInternational mobility opportunities across the H/Advisors networkActive employee resource groupsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRegular social events, including weekly bar nights at Havas Village LondonSubsidised gym membership and cycle to work schemeSubsidised on-site caféEmployee discounts#LI-LM2Contract Type :PermanentHere at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job. #J-18808-Ljbffr