Interim IFRS 15 Lead: Technical Accounting (Hybrid)

Matchtech; Caddington; Hybrid; GBP 111,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an Interim Technical Accounting Lead for a 6-month contract in a hybrid role based in Luton, with an immediate start. The role requires strong IFRS 15 and revenue recognition experience to design and implement the accounting framework, processes, controls and reporting for a major new loyalty programme.

You will lead the accounting workstream, develop policies and technical papers, design revenue recognition, deferred revenue and contract liability processes, build

Qualifications

• Experience with IFRS 15 and revenue recognition.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Ability to translate accounting requirements into practical processes and controls.
• Experience implementing accounting solutions for new products or business models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting workstream for the loyalty programme launch.
• Develop and document accounting policies and technical papers.
• Design revenue recognition, deferred revenue and contract liability processes.
• Develop accounting models and methodologies, including SSP and breakage calculations.
• Create month-end accounting procedures, journals and controls.
• Prepare financial reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Work closely with Finance, Commercial, Technology and Project teams.
• Support transition into BAU Finance operations.

Skills

IFRS 15

Revenue recognition

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Process design

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Matchtech is seeking an Interim Technical Accounting Lead for a 6-month contract in a hybrid role based in Luton, with an immediate start. The role requires strong IFRS 15 and revenue recognition experience to design and implement the accounting framework, processes, controls and reporting for a major new loyalty programme.

You will lead the accounting workstream, develop policies and technical papers, design revenue recognition, deferred revenue and contract liability processes, build