Trade Accounting Finance

Advocate Group; London Borough of Hillingdon; Hybrid; GBP 39,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trade Accounting Manager for a part-time role in West London. This position offers the flexibility to balance professional and personal priorities while overseeing UK sales accounting processes. You'll work closely with a dedicated offshore team, ensuring financial data accuracy and compliance. Join a passionate team in a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration, all while contributing to some of the most beloved snack brands in the world. If you're a finance professional looking for a dynamic role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in trade/sales accounting, preferably in FMCG or pharma.
• ACCA, CIMA, or ACA part-qualified or fully qualified.

Responsibilities

• Manage external sales accounting team to meet KPI targets.
• Oversee UK&I sales accounting processes and month-end deliverables.

Skills

Trade/Sales Accounting

SAP

Financial Reporting

Accruals and Reconciliations

Process Improvement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

ACCA

CIMA

ACA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Trade Accounting Manager

Location: West London (Hybrid)

Type: Part-Time, Permanent (28 hours per week)

Salary: Up to £38,500 (pro rata'd base) + benefits

Are you a finance professional with a knack for sales accounting, looking for a flexible, part-time role in a high-performing team? Our client, a leading name in the global food and beverage industry, is searching for a Trade Accounting Manager to oversee UK sales accounting processes and ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the board.

The Company

This business is home to some of the most iconic and best-loved snack brands enjoyed around the world. With a proud heritage and a forward-thinking culture, they combine creativity, collaboration, and a strong purpose: to bring joy in every bite.

Their West London office is a hub of passionate professionals who thrive on innovation and teamwork. They offer an inclusive, flexible, and supportive environment with real development potential.

The Role

As Trade Accounting Manager, you'll be the go-to expert for all things sales accounting across the UK & Ireland. Working closely with an offshore team and internal stakeholders, you'll ensure financial data is accurate, risks are identified early, and reporting processes are smooth and compliant.

This is a part-time role (3 days or 28 hours/week) with flexibility in how you structure your working week. Perfect for someone wanting to balance professional impact with personal priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and guide the external sales accounting team to meet KPI targets
• Oversee UK&I sales accounting processes and ensure month-end deliverables are met
• Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations, weekly accruals, and financial reports
• Drive continuous improvement across accounting practices and systems
• Act as a key contact for internal teams and external auditors
• Ensure risks are identified and managed, and processes comply with internal controls

What We're Looking For

• Solid experience in trade/sales accounting, experience within FMCG, pharma, or manufacturing would be a bonus.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and financial reporting
• Confident working with accruals, reconciliations, and large datasets
• A proactive mindset with an eye for process improvement
• Comfortable managing third-party teams and cross-functional collaboration
• Well-organised, detail-focused, and a natural communicator
• ACCA, CIMA, or ACA part-qualified or fully qualified
• Experience managing or overseeing offshore teams would be beneficial.

Interested? Apply or reach out to [e-mail]

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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