Financial Analyst

2 months ago


Swanley, Kent, United Kingdom United Living Full time
Job Title: Assistant Management Accountant

United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We are seeking an experienced Assistant Management Accountant to join our Property Services finance team.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality management information to support the delivery of our business objectives. This will involve working closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, as well as supporting the development of our ERP/IT systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the preparation of divisional management information, including month-end reporting packs and bi-weekly cash flow forecasts.
  • Support the Financial Controller in the production and review of monthly CVRs, as well as processing monthly contract accounting and allocating costs correctly to projects.
  • Ensure accurate and timely labour allocations, staff utilisation, and overhead reporting.
  • Support the development of our ERP/IT systems and ensure the correct IT set-up of new projects and employees.
  • Assist with budgeting and re-forecasting, as well as supporting tenders and business planning.
  • Perform ageing WIP analysis and balance sheet reconciliations for ULPS, ULN, and ULS.
  • Contribute to the development of our finance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with VAT and CIS regulations.
Requirements
  • Interest in and experience in commercial/project accounting and management reporting.
  • Genuine desire to work across disciplines (Commercial, Construction & Group Finance).
  • Ability to work as part of a team, but also confident to operate in a sole capacity.
  • Studying towards a recognised Finance qualification (ACCA, CIMA).
  • Accurate and numerate, with high computer literacy, including Advanced Excel.
  • Excellent communication skills.
Desirable
  • Experience operating variants of Microsoft Dynamics NAV platforms (current system E-Vision).
  • Knowledge of JET reporting.
  • Relevant industry or PE experience.
  • Experience of change management – introduction of new systems and processes.
Location

Swanley office, with possible 2-3 days travel per month (potentially overnight) to other Property Services offices.