Financial Accountant - Management Accounts & Tax

Wonderbly; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic book publishing company in London is seeking a qualified finance professional to manage accounting and tax compliance in a hybrid role. This part-time position demands strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and teamwork within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance with a focus on international accounting and tax regulations. Attractive benefits include competitive salary, flexible remote work options, and comprehensive health support.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus

28 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Pension scheme with matched contributions

Mental health support

Fully paid charity day per month

£500 budget for courses and books

Health insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Regular socials

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a finance role.
• Proven experience in management accounts preparation and reporting.
• Experience with international tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts and monthly reporting for two companies.
• Lead sales tax registration processes and compliance.
• Serve as point of contact for external auditors.

Skills

Management accounting

Tax compliance

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Strong academic background in finance

Job description

About us

At Wonderbly, our mission is to connect the world together through our special gift books. We make personalised books that inspire boundless self-belief in children and celebrate love in all kinds of relationships. Our books have allowed over ten million readers to see themselves as the centre of their own stories.

Wonderbly is an award winning brand that operates at the intersection of print-on-demand, personalisation and D2C e-commerce. We have just been nominated for UK Publisher and UK Children’s Publisher of the Year in 2025 by the British book awards, having won the latter in 2021.

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified finance professional to join our finance team in a key role that combines management accounting excellence with global tax compliance expertise. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of critical financial processes while supporting our international expansion strategy across the group.

Please note this role is part time at 4 days per week, the salary displayed is based on a full time salary and will be pro rated.

Key Responsibilities

Management Accounts & Reporting

• Full ownership of management accounts preparation and monthly reporting for two companies within the group
• Produce accurate, timely financial statements and variance analysis
• Develop and maintain comprehensive management reporting packs for senior leadership
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators and financial metrics
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes across assigned entities

Global Tax Compliance

• Lead sales tax registration processes as we expand into new international territories
• Manage ongoing sales tax submissions and compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Stay current with evolving tax regulations in new markets
• Coordinate with local tax advisors and authorities as required

Audit & Year-End Support

• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during statutory audits
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Coordinate year-end tax compliance and filings
• Liaise with tax advisors and ensure timely completion of all statutory requirements

Cross-Group Finance Support

• Take on additional finance responsibilities as assigned by the Finance Director
• Assist with special projects and business development initiatives
• Contribute to process improvements and system implementations

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification)
• Strong academic background in accounting, finance, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years post-qualification experience in a finance role
• Proven experience in management accounts preparation and financial reporting
• Experience with international tax compliance, particularly sales tax/VAT
• Previous involvement in audit processes and year-end procedures

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with strong analytical thinking
• Highly self-sufficient with ability to work independently and prioritize effectively
• Excellent team collaboration skills and communication abilities
• Detail-oriented with commitment to accuracy and deadlines
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing environment
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

Why Join Us?

First and foremost, you should join Wonderbly because of the work we do. We’re on a mission to bring our meaningfully personalised products to everyone around the world. You’ll be surrounded by inclusive, diverse and self-motivated people inspired by this exciting mission.

We're a profitable and responsibly run, B-Corp certified business. We have clear processes with sensible expectations and are always looking to improve. We have a strongly supportive and inclusive culture and are still small enough for individuals to make a big difference.

We have exciting growth plans, we want to create deeper connections between customers and their important relationships into the heart of our books.

On top of that, you can expect:

- Competitive salary + bonus

- 5 weeks per year remote working (anywhere you like!)

- 28 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays

- Hybrid working (3 days per week in office, 2 days remote)

- Pension scheme with matched contributions

- Mental Health support with Spill

- 1 fully paid charity day per month

- £500 per year budget to spend on courses and books with Learnably

- Health insurance to keep you and your family in tip-top shape

- Subsidised Gym membership

- Lunch and Learn sessions with inspiring speakers on various topics

- A dog friendly studio based near Kings Cross

- Regular socials (theatre trips, restaurants and our legendary in studio soirees every 4 months)

At our studio there is:

- Shower, secure bike storage (we are also part of the Cycle To Work scheme)

- Heaps of snacks, drinks, and comforts in our fully-stocked kitchen

- Group yoga / walking and other fun stuff

- Clubs for bookworms, runners, gardeners, aspiring poets and much more