Management Accountant-6 month FTC Job in Harrow, London Uk
Management Accountant-Retail
The name Ladbrokes is synonymous with betting and gaming. We operate over 2,000 shops in the UK and employ over 14,000 people. Additional ventures in Spain, Belgium and Asia make us the worlds largest betting and gaming company. We are a market leader in our field, investing in cutting edge new technologies in online gaming and telephone betting.
As Ladbrokes continues to grow we are seeking a Management Accountant to join the team based at our Head Office. The role will provide a range of duties including the following:
- This role will be responsible for the production and analysis of the monthly management accounts to close off
- The role will be really hands-on with the business and require you to liaise with all departments to ensure that costs are managed, forecasted accurately and issues/remedial action highlighted in a timely manner.
- Managing the monthly management accounts process with full commentary on variances and key point summaries.
- Liaison with the Planning and Analysis team in forecasting and planning overheads as well as to ensure consistency between internal and external reporting.
- Continual analysis of performance and highlighting remedial action
Candidate Requirements:
- Qualified CIMA/ACCA (or equivalent)
- Proven experience in challenging assumptions and considering alternative views and interpretations - line management experience preferred.
- Relevant and practical accountancy experience in a medium to large industry environment
- Familiarity with complex accounting systems - preferably Oracle. A minimum of intermediate level spreadsheet skills.
- Good interpersonal, analytical and communication skills (both written and oral)
- Experience of working in a high volume accounting processing function - working to demanding deadlines.
If you fulfil this criteria and are ready for a challenge / exciting career then please apply now.