Management Accountant

XYB Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a part-qualified accountant eager to take ownership of the financial close process. This role offers a unique opportunity to be deeply involved in decision-making while working alongside experienced accountants. You'll manage month-end processes, prepare management accounts, and streamline operations within a dynamic environment. With a focus on growth and development, you'll gain valuable experience and insights into financial operations, making a significant impact on the company's success. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Equity

Supportive team

Direct involvement in financial cycle

Opportunity to shape finance function

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a similar role, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end process and maintain control accounts.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and support variance analysis.

Skills

ACCA / CIMA / ACA (part-qualified)

Double-entry accounting

Reconciliations

Month-end processes

Xero

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Education

Part-qualified accountant

Tools

Xero

Job description

About XYB

XYB is a leading global fintech company dedicated to transforming and revolutionising the financial services landscape. Through its coreless banking platform and ecosystem, XYB empowers banks and non-banks to provide accessible and comprehensive financial services to individuals and businesses. By combining advanced technology, comprehensive managed services, and fostering collaborative partnerships, XYB accelerates time to value, creates unparalleled growth opportunities, and enables financial institutions to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital era.

Role Overview

This newly created role is perfect for a part-qualified accountant who wants to go beyond month-end. You’ll take real ownership of the financial close, develop business-wide understanding, and be embedded in decision-making rather than sitting at the sidelines. With qualified accountants on the team to support your development, this is a high-impact opportunity to grow in both technical and commercial skillsets.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End & Reconciliations

• Own the month-end process, working to a structured close timetable
  

• Maintain and reconcile control accounts (e.g. accruals, prepayments, intercompany, deferred income)
  

• Prepare and post journals including accruals, prepayments, and reclassifications
  

• Prepare schedules for fixed assets, VAT, C79s, and other key balance sheet items
  

• Reconcile supplier and customer balances and resolve discrepancies
  
  

Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts in GBP, including P&L, balance sheet, trial balance, and nominal ledger reports
  

• Support variance analysis and commentary in collaboration with the wider team
  

• Assist in analytical reviews and reconciliation of actuals vs. budget
  
  

Operational Accounting

• Maintain and update Xero with relevant supporting documentation
  

• Process and validate employee expense claims, credit card reconciliations, and petty cash submissions
  

• Support VAT return preparation and ensure completeness of audit trail documentation
  

• Liaise with stakeholders to collect inputs needed for accurate reporting (e.g. holiday accruals, bad debt write-offs, provisioning)
  

• Other ad-hoc accounting & finance tasks as required by the team
  
  

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Identify ways to streamline recurring processes and automate where possible
  

• Support audit preparation by maintaining robust, well-documented reconciliations
  

• Be a proactive member of the team, open to taking on new tasks and developing your skills
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Actively studying towards ACCA / CIMA / ACA (part-qualified)
  

• 2+ years in a similar role, ideally in a fast-paced or scaling business
  

• Solid understanding of double-entry accounting, reconciliations, and month-end processes
  

• Proficiency with cloud-based accounting systems (Xero highly preferred)
  

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
  

• Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership
  

• Able to work independently and manage time across recurring and ad-hoc tasks
  
  

Desirable:

• Experience with multi-entity or group structures
  

• Exposure to foreign currency transactions and exchange rate translation
  

• Comfort working in an evolving environment with changing priorities
  
  

What We Offer:

• Direct involvement in the full financial cycle, not just closing the books
  

• A chance to shape how the finance function operates as we grow
  

• Supportive team with qualified accountants to help you stretch and learn

• Competitive Compensation. Salary + Equity + Other Benefits
  
  
  XYB is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.