Management Accountant

London City Lionesses; Ditton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

London City Lionesses, based in Kent, is seeking a Management Accountant to support the Head of Finance in delivering robust financial management and timely reporting. The role covers management accounts, cash flow, balance sheet reconciliations and supplier payment processes.

The successful candidate will build strong partnerships with department heads, ensure compliance with financial controls and contribute to strategic financial planning in a fast-paced sports environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience in financial management and reporting in a similar environment.
• Experience with monthly budgeting processes and supplier/payable cycles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and P&L analysis.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and cash management.
• Oversee AP process and weekly payment runs.
• Support statutory reporting and external audits.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting experience

Advanced Excel

Communication & organisation

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Xero

Approval Max PO

Job description

Job Title Management Accountant

Department Finance

Reports to Head of Finance

Location Cobdown Park, Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6AU

Working Pattern 32 - 40 hours per week (open to part-time with minimum of 4 days)

Level of DBS Enhanced Child Barred List

About Us

London City Lionesses are part of the Kynisca group, setting a vision and building an infrastructure in which all the players and staff can thrive.

1. 1. Become the most pre-eminent sports organisation in the world;
2. 2. Have a high-performance culture of winning on and off the pitch;
3. 3. Train women as women; and
4. 4. Motivate and inspire the next generation of girls and women.

Our Values

We Lead The Way | We Dream Big | We Get it Done | We Innovate | We Inspire our Community

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to support the Head of Finance in the effective management of the finance function.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records, ensuring robust financial controls, timely reporting, and effective financial business partnering across the organisation.

This role will take ownership of the preparation of the management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, cash management, accounts payable, and weekly payment runs while acting as a trusted advisor to operational leaders.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

1. 1. Management accounts preparation
   • Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements. Own profit & loss reporting and analysis
2. 2. Balance sheet analysis
   • Maintain all balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.
   • Resolve reconciling items within a timely manner and report any issues to Head of Finance
3. 3. Cash Management
   • Perform weekly bank reconciliations and monitor cash position
   • Assist Head of Finance with monthly funding requirements
4. 4. Accounts Payable process
   • Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process
   • Prepare and execute weekly payment runs
   • Control supplier onboarding process, perform due diligence on new suppliers
5. 5. League reporting documentation
   • Prepare league reporting documentation
6. 6. Financial Audit
   • Support statutory reporting and external audits
7. 7. Business partnering
   • Build strong relationships with team members across all departments
   • Act as a trusted finance business partner providing insight and challenge across departments
   • Work collaboratively with departments on their financial reporting requirements, reporting issues in a timely manner and supporting staff members with any issues
8. 8. Policies & Procedures
   • Review and maintain business policies and procedures, able to work alongside Head of Finance and management to development and adapt business policies as the business evolves or regulations change.
9. 9. Other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time-to-time by management

Club Accountabilities

1. To comply with all Club policies, procedures and practices and carry out your role diligently and in the best interests of the Club
2. To lead with a proactive, high-performance mindset and actively contribute to a winning culture on and off the pitch
3. To behave in a manner consistent with Club values and policies
4. To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements.
5. To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.

What we are looking for

Qualifications and Training

Essential

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

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Strong experience in financial management and reporting
• Experience in monthly budgeting process
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyse and interpret large datasets using advanced formulas and functions including SUMIFS, XLOOKUP, IF/AND, and other analytical tools to support accurate financial reporting and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work effectively with business leads to achieve results
• Proven ability to work with high levels of accuracy and to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Desirable

• Experience operating Xero finance software & Approval Max PO system
• Knowledge of FRS 102 and UK financial reporting requirements, with responsibility for ensuring financial statements are prepared in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory obligations
• Experience managing AP, reconciliations and payment processes
• Worked within a sports club or related organisation

Characteristics

• Passionate about women’s football and broader women’s sport culture
• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to deal with matrix stakeholders & ambiguity
• High standards of personal integrity and EQ
• Comfortable and able to work on own initiative
• Has a learning mindset; is keen to continue their self-development and keep up to date with best practice and learning opportunities
• Continually seeks to improve efficiency and performance
• Seeks out and embraces new ways of thinking and working – not afraid to fail

London City Lionesses is committed to safeguarding, health and safety, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, the well-being of all staff and visitors, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. These responsibilities are shared by all staff and volunteers, with safeguarding, safety, and inclusivity being collective priorities.

All staff are required to adhere to the Club’s policies, complete relevant training, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This includes timely reporting of concerns, compliance with health and safety regulations, and upholding the Club’s zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

For certain roles, additional checks, such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks or health assessments, may be required. Applications must include a fully completed application form; CVs alone will not be accepted. All candidates will be assessed on merit and their alignment with the Club’s values.