Management Accountant
Management Accountant
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About VIRTUS
VIRTUS Data Centres is the UKs fastest growing data centre provider which owns designs builds and operates the countrys most efficient and flexible data centres.
In May 2023 we announced our plans to expand into continental Europe with our first data centre due to open in Berlin in 2026 to be quickly followed by two full campuses and expansion into other countries in the pipeline.
Our purpose is to serve humanity by being an active positive participant in the 4th industrial revolution. When we talk about our purpose we refer to our customers customers; the child playing a computer game the person watching their favourite movie booking a medical appointment a plane ticket a hotel or doing their online banking; those things cant be done if we dont do our job.
Our mission is to consistently exceed the expectations of customers through innovative high-quality solutions and services. We employ intelligent thinkers people with positive attitudes who add to the quality of our customer proposition and business.
We value individual endeavour and initiative and encourage teamwork and togetherness because collective experience and expertise is VIRTUS greatest strength.
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support our Finance Team with our monthly financial reporting responsibilities and implementing best practice in terms of Finance processes controls and system improvements.
The role will include taking full ownership and responsibility of the monthly management accounts for a subset of operating companies within the Group and business partnering with other departments to improve reporting and budget management.
The role would suit a qualified Management Accountant with 1-3 years of practical post-qualification experience in a Finance team and someone who is pro-active and forward thinking in driving through change within the Finance Team.
Duties and Responsibilities
The role is intended to be split broadly 50:50 between the monthly BAU tasks and forward-looking initiatives focusing on process improvement and supporting expansion of the business. The key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to the following:
- Provide accurate and timely management reporting to assist with key decision making. This would specifically include:
- Preparation and review of monthly and quarterly management accounts and KPIs variance analysis and associated financial commentary for a subset of operating companies within the Group.
- Reporting of results to key stakeholders in a concise accurate and insightful manner.
- Preparation and review of budget packs for the budget holders and developing strong business partnering relationships across the wider business.
- Accountability for month-end tasks completed by the team including:
- Review and clearance of intercompany transactions and management recharges.
- Preparation and review of journals for accruals prepayments etc.
- Preparation and review of P&Ls for a subset of companies
- Preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations.
- Ownership of parts of the month end process
- Revenue:
- Preparation and review of journals related to Revenue recognition and ensure accuracy through review with the Senior Group Revenue Manager
- Ensure all Balance Sheet Reconciliations relating to these Revenue postings are completed and reviewed.
- Input and accountability for key initiatives within the Finance Team including:
- Assisting the Finance Manager with tracking of system issues and system improvements ensuring resolved in a timely manner
- Review of accounting processes controls and documentation and recommending improvements where necessary to ensure robust and efficient financial operations.
- Driving change towards process automation to further enhance the control environment and Finance risk management.
Any other reasonable requests made by the UK Finance Manager Group Financial Controller and/or Head of Financial Reporting and Controls.
Candidate profile
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Accountancy qualification (CIMA or ACCA).
Desirable:
- Educated to degree level.
Experience:
Essential:
- Strong knowledge and practical experience in usage and development of ERP systems specifically SAP.
- Sound practical knowledge and experience of finance processes and controls and interest in continuous process improvement/optimisation.
- Specific and detailed knowledge of IFRS15 arising from previous experience in a large accounting firm and/or the Finance team of a multinational business.
- Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
- Good communication skills and comfortable with regular exposure to senior management.
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with data centre sector or other technology/capital intensive businesses advantageous.
- Practical experience of finance transformation activities such as implementation testing and embedding of a new accounting system
- Advanced Excel skills including use of power query for data analysis.
Skills:
Essential:
- Ability to contribute to and work well with the team and other stakeholders.
- Planning and organisation skills and ability to prioritise to meet deadlines and manage fluctuations in workload.
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In line with VIRTUS Vetting Policy the successful applicant must be willing to undergo a BS7858 screening process.
Additional Information
VIRTUS is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.
We reserve the right to close this post for applications should sufficient applications be received.
Employment Type
Full Time
