General Ledger Accounting Manager

KPA, LLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of compliance software in Greater London is seeking a General Ledger Accounting Manager to oversee the financial records and lead the AR and Collections team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles, with a focus on process improvement. This full-time role offers an annual salary range of $100,000–$120,000 plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company match

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably public accounting.
• Two or more years of leadership/management experience.
• Proven process improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly general ledger close process.
• Oversee the Accounts Receivable and Collections team.
• Ensure timely preparation of internal financial statements.
• Collaborate with departments for financial accuracy.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Advanced Excel skills

Superior written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Confidence in dealing with customers and management

Self-motivation and proactive ability

Team player with mentoring ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

The General Ledger (GL) Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the integrity and accuracy of the company's financial records through management of the general ledger, key account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements. This role leads the general ledger accounting process and supports complex accounting areas, including CIDS, self-insurance employee benefits, debt and derivatives. In addition, this position will oversee the Accounts Receivable and Collections team, ensuring timely billing, collections, and accurate reporting of customer balances to optimize working capital and reduce aged receivables. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly analytical, and able to balance hands‑on accounting work with team leadership and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly general ledger close process, ensuring all entries are complete, accurate, and in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage the Cash and Accounts Payable functions.
• Prepare and/or review complex reconciliations including capitalized internally developed software, reserves, debt and derivatives.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of internal financial statements and related management reporting.
• Support the Controller with preparation of financial analysis, balance sheet reviews, and variance explanations.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with FP&A, Operations, and other departments to support financial transparency and accuracy.
• Assist with external audit requests and serve as a key liaison with auditors.
• Lead the Accounts Receivable (AR) and Collections team, setting clear objectives and performance metrics.
• Oversee cash application and collections processes.
• Monitor aging reports, drive collection efforts, and elevate high‑risk accounts as needed.
• Partner with Sales and Customer Success to resolve billing disputes and improve customer payment behavior.
• Implement and maintain best practices to improve DSO and minimize bad debt exposure.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline the monthly close, reconciliation, and AR processes.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP.
• Participate in or lead accounting system enhancements or integrations as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of accounts receivable department operations, functions, office procedures, and computer capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi‑task.
• Strong work ethic—ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a demanding detail‑oriented environment.
• Self‑motivation, time‑efficiency, and proactive ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Confident in dealing with customers and senior management.
• Enthusiastic team player with a desire to train/mentor and willingness to assist others where necessary.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with department staff, supervisory personnel, associates, and the general public.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience; public accounting experience preferred.
• Two or more years of leadership/management experience.
• History of proven process improvement experience with a systems focus.

Preferred Background and Experience

• CPA Certified.
• NetSuite experience desired.
• Technology industry experience desirable.

Compensation

• Annual Base Salary Range of $100,000–$120,000.
• Annual Bonus Opportunity of 15%.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, Paid and Floating Holidays, 401(k) with Company match and immediate vesting, Company‑funded Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, and No‑cost Mental Health Benefits.

About KPA

Founded in 1986, KPA is a leading provider of Workforce Compliance software and consulting services. We succeed if our clients can send their employees home at night, having not experienced a workplace accident or injury. The combination of software, consulting, and training helps clients identify, remedy, and prevent workplace safety and compliance problems so they can focus on what’s important—their core business.

Help us help keep people safe and businesses working efficiently. Named as one of Built In Colorado’s Best Places to Work for six years in a row, KPA is made up of talented individuals working together for the greater good. We’re here to help our clients build safe, thriving organizations, and we’re looking for people with a common goal to help us do it.

Equal Opportunity & EEO

We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, religious dress/grooming, color, ethnicity, sex (including sex stereotyping), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, creed, uniform service member status, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, breast‑feeding and/or pregnancy‑related conditions, age, protected medical condition, leave status, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or any other legally‑protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state and local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.