Head of Management Accounts Jobs

Hogarth

Location:
United Kingdom, London

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

The role will involve managing the Management Accounts team and will form part of the Management Reporting team, taking responsibility for the reporting of monthly results for Hogarth and its Joint Ventures, financial reporting and assisting in the smooth running of the finance function within the company.

Job Responsibility:

Managing the Management Accounts team
Forming part of the Management Reporting team
Taking responsibility for the reporting of monthly results for Hogarth and its Joint Ventures
Financial reporting
Assisting in the smooth running of the finance function within the company
Management reporting & supporting the UK Financial Controller in day to day activities
Support with the management of month end close for the UK reporting units ensuring timely and accurate reporting in line with WPP requirements
Comparison of actual to budget information, with analysis as required
Prepare monthly management information for discussion at management meetings including actual to forecast analysis, variance analysis and trends
Support with the management of the annual, quarterly and monthly budgeting and forecasting process
Partner with the business to drive understanding and ownership of departmental spend
As required, work with management to establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard the company assets and operations
Ensure SOX compliance across all controls
Manage balance sheet reporting including detailed monthly review of all balance sheets to ensure accuracy
Manage the consolidation of the UK P&L
Preparation of the Tax pack and PSA calculations
Manage the walkthroughs/interactions with Auditors on relevant controls

Requirements:

Experience at a Senior Management Accountant level with line management
Finalist/Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
A background in media or service related industries would be beneficial (though not essential)
Experience working within project / time based organizations and high volume service businesses
Strong Excel and Word skills
Previous SOX experience
Previous experience of Maconomy and Cartesis reporting would be beneficial, though not essential
Accuracy and attention to detail
A practical thinker who works efficiently and who consistently delivers within given deadlines
Well organised and able to help manage the team’s busy reporting timetable
A good communicator approachable and builds effective working relationships with colleagues
A ‘can do’, proactive attitude with a willingness to take on new tasks and challenges as they arise
Ability to identify improvements in ways of working and improvement to process

Nice to have:

A background in media or service related industries
Previous experience of Maconomy and Cartesis reporting

What we offer:

Hybrid working model
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning
Exciting career opportunities
Commitment to fostering a culture of respect

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Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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