Accounting Manager - UK
Location: Milton Keynes (office-based)
Reports to: Director of Finance & Accounting
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 + bonus/incentive scheme
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The Company
Our client is a private equity-backed, high-growth technology business operating within the data centre infrastructure space. The business delivers patented, state-of-the-art monitoring solutions including leak detection, battery monitoring, and critical infrastructure protection.
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The Opportunity
This is a hands-on Accounting Manager role within the UK entity, suited to someone comfortable operating "in the weeds" while also contributing to process improvement and scaling a finance function in a fast-growing environment.
You will take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations across the full quote-to-cash cycle, including AR, AP, cash management, and general ledger activities, while supporting financial reporting and compliance under IFRS.
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Key Responsibilities
* Own and execute daily accounting operations across:
* Accounts Receivable
* Accounts Payable
* Cash Management
* General Ledger
* Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
* Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in line with IFRS
* Manage and reconcile the general ledger for the UK legal entity
* Support payroll processing and employee benefits accounting (as needed)
* Prepare financial reports, including variance analysis and management reporting
* Maintain compliance with IFRS, VAT, and internal financial policies
* Support internal and external audits, including audit schedules and queries
* Strengthen and monitor internal controls, recommending improvements
* Manage intercompany reconciliations and collaborate with global finance teams
* Assist with tax filings, VAT returns, and HMRC reporting
* Research technical accounting issues and advise on appropriate treatment
* Contribute to process improvements in a scaling, acquisitive environment
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Candidate Profile
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
(ACA / ACCA / CIMA or international equivalent preferred)
* 5+ years' accounting experience (practice and/or industry)
* Strong working knowledge of:
* IFRS
* VAT
* UK financial reporting requirements
* Experience in a fast-paced, growing, or PE-backed environment preferred
* Comfortable operating in a hands-on, detail-oriented role
* Strong systems experience (e.g., NetSuite, Sage or similar)
* Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
* Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
* Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
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Why Join?
* High-growth, PE-backed environment with strong M&A activity
* Exposure to global finance operations and scaling processes
* Opportunity to shape and improve finance infrastructure in the UK
* Work with cutting-edge technology protecting critical global infrastructure
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Working Environment
* Primarily office-based in Milton Keynes
* Some flexibility for remote working depending on business needs
* Occasional travel may be required
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