Management Accountant

Management Accountant, Bromley - £40,000 - £50,000

Our client, a well-established and growing legal firm, is seeking a commercially minded Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting strategic decision-making and strengthening the firm’s financial operations. You will work closely with senior stakeholders in a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts (P\&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Deliver variance analysis, commentary, and financial insights for senior leadership.
• Oversee cash flow management and maintain robust financial controls.
• Manage accruals, prepayments, and journal entries accurately.
• Process monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with HMRC and timely submissions.
• Handle client account reconciliations in line with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SARs).
• Oversee VAT returns, tax submissions, and statutory filings.
• Support with ad hoc finance projects as required.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• 3–5 years’ experience in management accounting or financial management.
• Proven experience in payroll processing and compliance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
• Previous experience in a law firm.
• Working knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SARs).

Desirable:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA (qualified or part-qualified).
• Experience with legal accounting software (e.g., Proclaim, Action Step).
• Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team.

About you:

• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently.
• Discreet, with strong integrity and professionalism.
• Collaborative and supportive across the business.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a friendly, professional environment.
• Direct exposure to senior decision-makers.
• Career development and progression opportunities.