Management Accountant (Event Projects) at Strava

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Events, Marketing Agency, Brand ExperienceIndustries

Requirements

Events project management accounting experience
Solid accounting experience (management accounting)
Great communication skills – ability to work with people at all levels
Part qualified with a recognised accounting body (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) (Preferred)
Experience within events or similar industry (Preferred)
Confident and able to run meetings and deliver figures via presentation (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Working closely with the Project Managers, Account Directors and Heads of each trading division on all commercials
Working on client budgets with PMs/ADs
Maximising gross profit and margin
Job and client profitability analysis (including overhead time & cost)
Ensuring minimised risk on Foreign Exchange
Reviewing client Master Service Agreement and contracts and payment schedules
Running monthly finance reviews with PMs/ADs & client services to ensure GP and margin levels maintained
Use of Maconomy system to report on all of the above
Use industry knowledge to advise all stakeholders on best methods for budgeting, reconciliations, pricing, billing, (VAT) etc
Project billing
Project cashflow reporting
Developing Maconomy as a project management and reporting tool and looking for upgrades and enhancements where possible
Forecasting/budgeting all project related financials
Working closely with management accountant
Working closely with the Finance Director on all of the above to ensure best profitability/cashflow/margins etc

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Management AccountingProject AccountingBudgetingProfitability AnalysisFinancial ReportingMaconomyContract ReviewBillingCashflow ForecastingForeign ExchangeVATEvents Industry

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this Management Accountant role?

Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday day off, private health insurance (after 6-month probation), workplace pension scheme, death in service scheme, cycle to work scheme, hybrid working arrangement, and regular social events.

Is this a remote or hybrid position?

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement.

What are the essential skills required for this role?

Essential skills include events project management accounting experience, solid management accounting experience, and great communication skills to work with people at all levels.

What is the company culture like at Strata?

Strata is a people-first business that encourages ambition, supports and rewards employees, listens to ideas, and follows core principles focused on client wins, company growth, and long-term partnerships.

What makes a strong candidate for this Management Accountant position?

Strong candidates will have events project management accounting experience, solid management accounting background, great communication skills, and preferably part qualified with ACCA, CIMA, or ACA plus events industry experience.

Strava

Fitness tracking and social networking platform

About Strava

Strava is a digital platform that allows athletes and fitness enthusiasts to record, track, and analyze their physical activities, offering metrics like speed, pace, and distance. It operates on a freemium model, providing basic services for free while charging for premium features such as advanced training plans and detailed activity breakdowns. Strava distinguishes itself from competitors through its social networking aspect, enabling users to share activities and connect with others, fostering a supportive community. The goal of Strava is to enhance the fitness experience by providing valuable performance insights and encouraging community engagement.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2009Year Founded

$147.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Social ImpactIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% company paid benefits for employees and families

Flexible paid time off

$2,000 annual professional development stipend

Paid time off for volunteering

401(k) Plan with company matching

$1000 annual gear stipend

$500 annual gym reimbursement

Onsite fitness rooms with showers, lockers, and towel service

Weekly team workouts

Free yoga classes

Secure bike storage

Twice weekly dinner for those working late

Monthly happy hours

Dog days

Cell phone reimbursement

Snacks & stocked kitchens

Risks

Increased competition from evolving fitness apps may attract users away from Strava.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Apple Fitness may not ensure long-term growth.

Integration with third-party apps could lead to data privacy concerns affecting user trust.

Differentiation

Strava combines fitness tracking with social networking, fostering a unique community experience.

The platform offers a freemium model, attracting a wide range of users globally.

Strava's compatibility with most GPS devices enhances its accessibility and user base.

Upsides

Partnership with Apple Fitness+ expands Strava's reach and user engagement.

Integration with Mibro Fit enhances user experience and social connectivity.

Growing trend of virtual fitness challenges aligns with Strava's community-driven events.

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