Management Accountant (6-Month FTC)

Management Accountant

Fully Remote (UK-Based Only)
Competitive Salary + Benefits

Please note: Hands-on Xero experience is essential for this role.

Whilst this is a fully remote position, candidates must be based in the UK to allow for team meetings when necessary.

We're working with a fast-growing international business looking to appoint an experienced Management Accountant to take ownership of the balance sheet across multiple entities and play a key role in a high-performing finance team.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys accountability, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to make a genuine impact. Alongside core accounting responsibilities, you'll have the chance to drive process improvements, support the development of junior team members, and help shape how technology and AI are utilised within finance.

The Role

You'll be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet while delivering a timely and efficient month-end process across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Full ownership of balance sheet reconciliations across multiple entities
• Managing all core month-end activities including accruals, prepayments, journals, fixed assets and bank reconciliations
• Processing purchase invoices across the business
• Managing the shared finance inbox to ensure nothing is missed
• Handling intercompany accounting and reconciliations
• Supporting the Financial Controller with reporting and wider finance projects
• Leading and mentoring an Assistant Accountant, reviewing work and supporting development
• Driving process improvements and identifying opportunities for automation and AI adoption
• Planning and managing month-end timetables to ensure deadlines are consistently achieved

Essential Experience Xero Experience is Essential

To be successful in this position, you'll need proven, hands-on experience using Xero in a finance role. This is a core requirement and candidates without Xero experience are unlikely to be considered.

You'll also have:

• Strong experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations
• Solid month-end accounting experience
• Intercompany accounting experience
• Experience working across multiple entities or group structures
• Previous experience supervising, mentoring or leading junior team members
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously

Location Requirement

This role offers fully remote working, but applicants must be based in the UK and have the permanent right to work in the UK. The successful candidate will work closely with UK-based stakeholders and business operations, making UK residency an essential requirement.

What's in it for You?

Fully remote working

Significant ownership and autonomy

Exposure to an international, multi-entity environment

Opportunity to influence systems, processes and automation initiatives

Supportive and forward-thinking finance leadership team

If you're an experienced Management Accountant with strong Xero expertise who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and helping others develop, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.