OVERVIEW

The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations.
Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion. Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth.
The Maples Group looks to add a London-based Management Accountant to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent.
Who We Seek
Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.
About the Role

The Management Accountant reports to the Finance Manager and supports the London-based accounting team headed by the Financial Controller. Its tactical responsibilities feed one larger objective: responsibility for the provision of finance and administration support to the London and Jersey Law Firms. Primary responsibilities include:

• Month-end reporting – Preparation of Management Accounts including posting of journals, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets etc.
• Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Overseeing supplier invoice process - coding/approvals
• VAT/GST return preparation
• ONS returns preparation
• Year end audit – support to provide core data, and pull together samples for auditors
• Corporation tax – assist in pulling together supporting analysis
• PSA preparation
• Client Account responsibilities in line with Solicitor Accounts Rules (SAR)
• Provide cover for billing during busy periods/annual leave
• Assist Junior Accounts Assistant as required with their work and in dealing with queries

EXPERIENCE

What You Bring

In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:

• We are seeking a part qualified accountant or newly qualified accountant who is working towards/holds one of the following designations (CPA, ACA, ACMA, CIMA or ACCA)
• Previous experience in preparing Management Accounts is essential, including prepayments and accruals
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills are necessary, as is the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required
• Good team working skills and experience in assisting team members is desirable
• Understanding of Solicitor Accounts Rules is desirable

• Month-end reporting – Preparation of Management Accounts including posting of journals, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets etc.
• Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Overseeing supplier invoice process - coding/approvals
• VAT/GST return preparation
• ONS returns preparation
• Year end audit – support to provide core data, and pull together samples for auditors
• Corporation tax – assist in pulling together supporting analysis
• PSA preparation
• Client Account responsibilities in line with Solicitor Accounts Rules (SAR)
• Provide cover for billing during busy periods/annual leave
• Assist Junior Accounts Assistant as required with their work and in dealing with querie