Management & Financial Accountant – FTC

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. Oversee deferred revenue so income is recognised in the P&L in the month the event occurs .

Posted 9/22/2026contractLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £46,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accruals-based accounting, including deferred revenue and prepayments, while ensuring VAT compliance and effective financial reporting. Capable of managing a diverse workload, supporting non-finance colleagues, and implementing process improvements for efficiency.

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Accruals-Based AccountingVAT ComplianceXero ExperienceSalesforce ExperienceQualified Accountant (AAT, ACCA, CIMA)

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Hard Skills

Deferred Revenue ManagementAccruals MaintenanceBank ReconciliationRevenue Variance AnalysisFixed Asset Register Management

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborative ApproachInnovative Problem SolvingAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

XeroSalesforce

Certifications & Qualifications

AATACCACIMA

Industry Keywords

VATEvent-Driven BusinessAccounts PayableMonth-End CloseFinancial Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee deferred revenue so income is recognised in the P&L in the month the event occurs
Maintain accruals for income and costs due but not yet incurred
Process general and event-related prepayments
Oversee accounts payable, including weekly GBP payment runs and ad hoc international payments
Prepare VAT returns and ensure VAT compliance
Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure correct depreciation
Run revenue variance analysis between Xero and Salesforce for each event
Complete bank reconciliations for all bank accounts
Oversee company credit cards and employee expenses
Handle client queries
Respond to ad hoc requests from non-finance colleagues
Assist with the year-end audit
Implement processes and software to improve efficiency
Occasionally work outside standard hours to support events or meet deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to deputise for the Finance Director on occasion and understand the responsibility associated with company cash
Innovative, collaborative approach to increasing team workloads and willingness to use new technologies
Ability to own a broad, fast-paced workload from day one, learn quickly, and work independently with minimal handover
Solid grasp of accruals-based accounting, including deferred revenue, accruals, and prepayments
Knowledge of UK VAT, ideally in an event-driven business
Confidence running month-end close and reconciling across multiple bank accounts and systems
Xero and Salesforce experience is a bonus
Clear communication skills to support non-finance colleagues and handle client queries professionally
Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), or significant equivalent experience in a similar role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Basic salary of £46,000 per annum
28 days' holiday plus UK bank holidays, with additional days awarded for length of service
Centrally located London office with a summer terrace within walking distance of Borough Market
Regular employee social events supported by the Happiness & Culture team
Monthly contribution towards Bupa private health insurance (post-probation)
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential wellbeing support
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
4 pm Friday finish