Junior Management Accountant

at  Sopher Co

ABOUT US

Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, professional partnerships, and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then, we have grown immensely, with our portfolio now spanning over 20 industries. Our success is within our people - with endless opportunities and open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward, sharing and promoting our commitment to excellent client experience.
We are looking for a Junior Management Accountant to join our growing Audit and Accounts team based in the Borehamwood office. This is a busy and varied role, ideal for an experienced bookkeeper with intermediate skills in producing monthly management accounts and looking for an opportunity to progress in management accounting. As part of the role, you will ensure that regulatory requirements for preparing statutory accounts are met, advise clients on their obligations, and prepare management accounts for a portfolio of clients from core records.

You will be also:

• Preparing monthly/quarterly management accounts, providing analysis and designated reports
• Bookkeeping and VAT reporting to a high standard and maintaining client records for referral where needed
• Cashflow reporting and forecasts
• Managing Month/Quarter end adjustments and reconciliations
• Providing support to junior members of staff including training where required
• Working as part of a team and when required:
• Preparing ad hoc reports for clients
• Performing payment runs
• As the role progresses, preparing year end statutory accountsMaintaining client files and documentation in accordance with Sopher + Co standards
• Keeping abreast of developments in accounting, taxation and relevant computer software
• Maintaining client confidentiality at all times in accordance with Sopher + Co HR Policies & Procedures

ABOUT YOU

Sopher + Co take pride in their employees and their achievements whilst praising and recognising hard work. We are looking for people who embrace the 3 C’s – change, challenge and commitment. We enjoy working with people who can work well with others and in turn enjoy working amongst a diverse team of professionals. Ideally you will already be working in a role of a Senior Bookkeeper. You’ll have intermediate experience working within a professional accountancy practice, combined with a strong commitment to learn management accounts. You will also have/be:

• AAT Qualified (desired but not essential)
• Intermediate experience of bookkeeping, knowledge of management accounts, specifically including preparing pre-payments, accruals, depreciation, accrued income and deferred income
• Knowledge on cash flow reports and forecasts (desirable but not essential)
• Experience of dealing with a varied and demanding client base including telephone, email and face to face communication
• Up to date knowledge of accounting practices
• Outstanding time management skills and ability to prioritise work
• Excellent work ethics
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a drive for ideas, suggestions and improvements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

In addition to the above, a successful candidate will be organised and commercially minded, displaying level of flexibility, professionalism, confidence, and ability to build successful relationships through credibility, trust and mutual respect.

• AAT Qualified (desired but not essential)
• Intermediate experience of bookkeeping, knowledge of management accounts, specifically including preparing pre-payments, accruals, depreciation, accrued income and deferred income
• Knowledge on cash flow reports and forecasts (desirable but not essential)
• Experience of dealing with a varied and demanding client base including telephone, email and face to face communication
• Up to date knowledge of accounting practices
• Outstanding time management skills and ability to prioritise work
• Excellent work ethics
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a drive for ideas, suggestions and improvements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill