Global Ridgeway Holdings Ltd

Management Accountant Job Description The Company and Group Global Ridgeway Management Limited was formed in 2012 as an administrative, accounting and back-office service company, supporting a privately owned international group operating across insurance, reinsurance and broking. The group operates across insurance, reinsurance and broking, with a primary presence in Africa and wider business activity across the US, Asia, and the Middle East. The Role Reporting to: Financial Controller Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Working pattern: office-based, with flexibility to work remotely where required Type: Full-time, fixed-term contract for 12 months (with the possibility of extension or a permanent position) Role Purpose We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to support the finance function during a period of maternity leave cover and organisational transition. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the role will take ownership of key month-end processes, management reporting and financial analysis, while supporting stakeholders, guiding junior team members and contributing to the implementation of a bespoke operating system and a new accounting system. This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT-qualified, part-qualified or equivalent-level accountant to gain broad experience within a multi-currency, multi-entity business and support a significant finance transformation project. Key Responsibilities Operational Finance Complete daily finance processing, including the review, checking and input of information into the relevant systems. Review supporting documentation and ensure transactions are accurately processed. Support accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management processes as required. Review debtor balances and assist with credit control activities. Management Accounts & Reporting Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts for multiple companies. Produce month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations. Analyse financial performance and investigate variances against budget and prior year. Prepare cash flow reporting, month-end business updateand any other management reporting as required. Process inter-company recharges and reconciliations. Financial Control and Year-End Reporting Ensure robust financial controls and processes are adhered to. Support the preparation of year-end accounts and supporting working papers. Assist with year-end audit requirements, including responding to auditor queries and providing supporting documentation. Support the annual regulatory rating renewal and actuarial processes, including preparation and collation of relevant financial information. Business Partnering Work closely with operational and non-finance teams to provide financial insight and support. Help stakeholders understand financial performance and key business trends through business analysis and reporting. Systems & Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and controls. Support ongoing finance systems developments and implementations. Assist with documentation of finance procedures and working papers. Drive efficiencies through automation, use of finance technology, and AI where appropriate. Skills & Experience Essential AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA, or qualified by experience. Previous experience in a Management Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant or similar finance role. Strong month-end accounting experience, including reconciliations and financial analysis. Excellent Excel skills and confidence working with financial data. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Proactive, flexible and hands-on, with a willingness to get involved wherever needed. Comfortable with hands-on finance processing, system input and detailed checking of financial information. Confident using finance systems, with experience of Sage or similar systems desirable. Desirable Experience within insurance, financial services or regulated environments. Experience supporting audits, statutory accounts preparation or year-end reporting. What's on Offer? Immediate start. 5% employer pension contribution. 22 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and 3 paid closure days between Christmas and New Year. Birthday leave, in addition to your standard holiday entitlement. Flexible working environment, with a practical and supportive approach to balancing business needs and personal commitments. Regular company-paid social events and team activities. Potential eligibility for bonus schemes, private medical insurance, life assurance and other additional benefits, subject to company policy, length of service and role status. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, ownership and being part of a supportive finance team during a period of exciting transformation.REF-230313