Management Accountant

Harper May is working with a London-based asset management firm managing multi-billion pound portfolios across equities and alternatives. The business is founder-led, has grown steadily over the past decade, and operates with institutional-grade governance and risk discipline. Recent fund launches and expanded regulatory reporting obligations have created the need to strengthen the finance function. The firm is now seeking a Management Accountant to join the financial operations team.

The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will own the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts, support the annual budget cycle, and ensure the integrity of financial controls across fund and corporate operations. This is a hands-on role with direct visibility to the investment and operations teams, and requires comfort working to tight deadlines in a regulated environment.

• Produce monthly management accounts, reconciliations, and variance commentary for management review
• Support annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting across all business units
• Maintain general ledger controls and balance sheet reconciliations to audit standard
• Assist with fund-level financial reporting and investor communication schedules
• Monitor operating expenses and support cost management initiatives
• Prepare working papers for external audit and liaise with auditors on findings
• Identify and implement improvements to financial reporting processes and controls

What we are looking for

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or actively progressing towards qualification
• Prior experience in asset management, fund administration, or investment services
• Solid grounding in management accounting, regulatory compliance, and financial controls
• Proficiency with Excel and general ledger systems; experience with reporting tools is a plus
• Methodical approach to detail; able to spot and resolve discrepancies quickly
• Comfortable presenting financial information to senior stakeholders and investment professionals