Manager, Management Accounting

Step into a high-impact leadership role at the Pune-based Finance Shared Service Centre of a rapidly growing London-based healthcare group as Manager - Management Accounting.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive finance professional to lead a team of 4 to 5 Management Accountants supporting the financial operations of multiple clinical centres. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, overseeing the month-end close process, and driving performance improvements across locations.

As a key member of the finance leadership team, you will work closely with UK stakeholders, combining strategic financial insight with hands-on operational oversight to enable informed decision-making and sustainable business growth.

Role & responsibilities

• Team Leadership Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Management Accountants to deliver high-quality financial reporting and analysis.
• Month-End Governance Oversee the complete month-end closure process across all clinical centres, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Financial Analysis Oversight Review variance analyses, key trends, and performance drivers prepared by the team; challenge assumptions and provide actionable recommendations.
• Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary finance point of contact for UK-based clinical operations managers and senior leadership.
• Process Improvement Identify and implement enhancements to reporting, reconciliation, and forecasting processes for greater efficiency and control.
• Budgeting & Forecasting Coordinate the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts in collaboration with the UK finance team.
• Internal Controls & Compliance Ensure adherence to accounting policies, UK GAAP/IFRS standards, and internal audit requirements.
• Issue Resolution Provide guidance on complex accounting issues and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Strategic Projects Lead or contribute to finance transformation initiatives, systems improvements, and cross-functional projects.

Preferred candidate profile

Must-Have:

• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
• 7 to 10 years post-qualification experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial finance role.
• Proven experience managing month-end close cycles in a multi-entity or multi-site environment.
• IFRS knowledge is mandatory.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide clear recommendations.
• Track record of improving processes, managing change, and implementing best practices.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills; ability to motivate and develop team members.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Work From Office (WFO) role in Pune; UK shift (12:00 PM 9:00 PM) with flexibility to extend by 1 to 2 hours during the first week of each month.
• Candidates currently residing in Pune are strongly preferred.

Nice-to-Have:

• UK GAAP experience.
• Experience working with international stakeholders or in a shared service/BPM environment.
• Exposure to process automation or system implementation projects.
• Experience in the healthcare or multi-site services industry.

What you can expect

• Strategic Leadership: Lead a talented finance team supporting a rapidly growing UK healthcare business.
• High-Impact Role: Play a key role in building and strengthening financial operations across multiple clinical centres.
• Close Collaboration: Work directly with UK leadership teams to drive performance, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
• Attractive Rewards: Receive a competitive managerial compensation package, with clear pathways for career advancement and recognition for high performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a well-structured leave policy and medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of a collaborative, high-performance work environment that values expertise, initiative, and impact.