Management Accountant/Financial Controller

What More UK Ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious football club seeks a Management Accountant/Financial Controller to lead financial operations, reporting directly to the Group FD. The role involves managing payroll, ensuring compliance, and preparing financial reports. It's an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to contribute to a community-driven organization with a bright future.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA).
• Demonstrated experience in a similar financial controller or senior accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations of the club.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual budgeting.
• Manage payroll administration for staff and players.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Accounting software proficiency

Excel skills

Education

ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualification

Tools

Sage

Job description

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Job Title: Management Accountant/Financial Controller Location: Padiham (initially), then Accrington Stanley Football Club (Sky Bet League Two)

Accrington Stanley, ‘The Club that wouldn’t die’, is seeking a hands-on, qualified Management Accountant / Financial Controller to oversee and lead the club’s finance function.

About the Role: This is a rare opportunity to join a close-knit, community-driven club with a proud history and exciting future. You'll play a crucial role in supporting the club’s financial health, compliance, and long-term sustainability. You will report directly to the Group FD and work closely with the club’s CEO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full responsibility for day-to-day financial operations of the club.
• Payroll administration for staff and players
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Monthly management accounts including commentary and analysis.
• Annual budgeting and cashflow forecasting/analysis
• Ensuring compliance with EFL regulations including submissions and reporting.
• Supervision and support of an existing bookkeeper.
• Matchday ticketing operations (including oversight of systems and reconciliations).
• Liaising with club directors, auditors, and external bodies.

About You:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA)
• Demonstrated experience in a similar financial controller or senior accounting role. Prior experience in both practice and industry preferable.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities.
• Confident using accounting software and Excel (Sage experience desirable).
• Willingness to roll up sleeves – from high-level reporting to hands-on bookkeeping.
• Must be available to work on home fixtures as matchday presence is required.
• Eager to contribute to a growing club that serves its local community
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Full-time, office-based role
• Be part of a tight-knit team working to uplift the local community through football

You’ll begin your journey at our parent company’s head office in Padiham , before transitioning to the Football Club in Accrington where you’ll be embedded in the heart of the action.

Apply now and bring your financial expertise to a club with passion, purpose, and a proud heritage.

Please send a CV and covering letter outlining your suitability to: Virginia Hargreaves [e-mail]

Closing Date: 15.07.2025

Accrington Stanley FC is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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