Senior Accounting Manager

Medium; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading delivery service company in London is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead the accounting function. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of UK GAAP/IFRS and experience in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include overseeing AP and AR functions, ensuring compliance, and developing a high-performing team. This position offers a chance to impact a transformative delivery service.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and mental health support

Company RSUs (Restricted Stock Units)

Employee rewards and brand partnership deals

Career growth opportunities

Annual performance appraisal and bonus

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in accounting and AP functions.
• Experience in a high-growth environment such as retail or tech.
• Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function for Gopuff UK.
• Oversee preparation of statutory accounts and compliance.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Proven experience in a senior finance role

Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP/IFRS)

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

At Gopuff, we’re not just delivering convenience we’re redefining how the world shops. Since pioneering instant needs in 2013, we’ve empowered millions of
customers across the U.S. and U.K. to reclaim their time through seamless, fast, and reliable delivery. Behind this transformative journey is our tech-first mindset, relentless obsession with customer experience and operational excellence.

To continue shaping the future of commerce, we’re looking for an exceptional Senior Accounting Manager. We believe great work happens through collaboration, not competition. You foster a culture of curiosity, respect, and shared success, ensuring data is a tool for empowerment, not gatekeeping. No room for arrogance, just a commitment to helping others and making an impact together.

If you’re a high-performer who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments, this is your chance to build, innovate, and leave a lasting mark on one of the most disruptive industries in the world.

Are you ready to shape the future of commerce? Let’s go!

You will

• Lead the accounting function for Gopuff UK.
• Ensure all company accounts are accurately maintained, compliant with accounting standards, and delivered on time.
• Oversee end-to-end accounting operations.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Ensure accurate and prompt vendor payments to support smooth business operations and strong vendor relationships.
• Apply technical accounting expertise while managing and developing your team.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key responsibilities

• Own the UK accounting close process, ensuring all accounts are correctly posted, reconciled, and delivered on time monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Oversee preparation of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors for timely filings and compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Lead and manage the AP team, ensuring efficient, accurate, and timely processing of all vendor invoices.
• Oversee the AR function, ensuring timely and accurate customer billing, credit control, and cash collections.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including VAT, PAYE, and corporate tax submissions.
• Lead, coach, and develop a small but high-performing accounting and AP team.
• Maintain robust processes to prevent duplicate, incorrect, or fraudulent payments.

You have

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a senior finance role with ownership of accounting and AP functions.
• Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced environment (retail, FMCG, tech, or logistics preferred).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP/IFRS).
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Mental health support to all eligible employees.
• Company RSU’s (Restricted Stock Units).
• Gopuff employee rewards (including some great brand partnership deals).
• Career growth opportunities.
• Annual performance appraisal and bonus.

Company Summary & EEOC Statement

At Gopuff, we know that life can be unpredictable. Sometimes you forget the milk at the store, run out of pet food for Fido, or just really need ice cream at 11 pm. We get it, stuff happens. But that’s where we come in, delivering all your wants and needs in just minutes.

And now, we’re assembling a team of motivated people to help us drive forward that vision to bring a new age of convenience and predictability to an unpredictable world.

Like what you’re hearing? Then join us on Team Blue.

Gopuff is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.