Senior Manager Accounting at Robert Walters

• Our client is a globally recognised alternative investment manager with a vast network of global offices and substantial assets under management. They are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager to lead their global Accounting operations.
• This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the broader finance agenda while ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in the accounting function. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned finance professional with significant post-qualification experience, a proven track record of leadership, and expertise in managing and developing high-performing teams.

What you'll do:

• As the Senior Manager for Accounting, your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of our client's global accounting operations
• Develop and execute the accounting strategy in alignment with the organisation’s overall financial and business goals.
• Build out and lead a high-performing team of Accountants, Accounts Payable, and Sales Ledger professionals.
• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on accounting policies, procedures, and financial reporting.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain top accounting talent to ensure a capable and motivated team.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly management packs and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements related to accounting and reporting.
• Drive efficiency and process improvements across all accounting functions.
• Lead the implementation of accounting systems and tools to enhance automation and reporting capabilities.

What you bring:

• As the Senior Manager for Accounting, you bring a wealth of experience in financial accounting and reporting
• Qualified accountant (e.g., CA(SA) ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) with 5+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Significant experience in financial accounting and reporting.
• Proven experience in building and leading high-performing teams across accounting functions.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software.