Job Description

Role Introduction:
At OneAdvanced, we're on a mission to Power the World of Work- and we need sharp minds behind the numbers to make it happen. We're looking for a motivated, solution focused Financial Accounting Manager to join our dynamic central finance function. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and uncovering insights that drive smarter business decisions. This is more than just month-end - it's your chance to shape processes and influence change.
You'll join a close-knit team with a genuine culture of openness, support, and honest feedback. You'll gain hands-on experience that will accelerate your career. We're passionate about continuous improvement - and we want you to bring your voice, your ideas, and your ambition. What You Will Do:
As Financial Accounting Manager, you'll be the trusted expert overseeing financial integrity across the Group. Expect hands-on exposure and strategic influence.
You'll:

• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements - monthly, quarterly, and annually
• Oversee and manage general ledger processes across the Group alongside your fellow managers
• Prepare and approve manual journals in line with financial thresholds
• Manage and develop 1-2 direct reports, while supporting the broader finance team
• Drive high-quality, timely balance sheet reconciliations and address discrepancies proactively
• Champion process improvements and data accuracy across systems and reports
• Build out policies and controls to strengthen compliance and reduce risk
• Lead the way during audits - coordinating responses and delivering documentation
• Generate insightful financial analysis that supports commercial decision-making
• Collaborate with other finance teams and the wider business to mitigate risk
• Play a key role in exciting cross-functional projects like acquisitions, refinancing, and transformation initiatives

What You Will Have:
You're a detail-oriented problem solver, a strong communicator, and a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment. We're looking for:

• A qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA or equivalent) with at least 1-year post-qualification experience
• Proven expertise in financial reporting, controls, and reconciliations
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret and present data clearly
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards
• Experience with financial systems - Salesforce and NetSuite are a bonus

Please note: This is a Hybrid role, requiring 3 days based from our Head Office, Birmingham City Centre - Mailbox.
Advert closing date: Midnight, Sunday 28th September. However, if we receive a sufficient amount of quality applications ahead of the closing date we may close earlier, therefore we would encourage early applications.
#LI-KI1 What We Do For You:
Wellbeing focused - Our people are our greatest assets, and ensuring everyone feels their best self to come to work is integral

• Annual Leave - 26 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and the ability to buy additional days
• Employee Assistance Programme - Free advice, support, and confidential counselling available 24/7 through Care First

Personal Growth - Regardless of where you are at in your career, we're committed to enabling your growth personally and professionally

• Development Programmes - From Future Managers to Leadership Training, our development programmes help you get where you need to go
• Performance Bonus - Our Group-wide bonus scheme enables you to reap the rewards of your success

Financial wellbeing - We understand as well as your mental wellbeing, your financial wellbeing is really important

• Pension Scheme - Our plan with Scottish Widows offers 5% matched contribution by the company
• Income protection insurance - Providing you with support and assistance when you need it most

Recognition - Highlighting and rewarding the great work our people do

• Performance & Talent - Our own technology platform that allows you to get real-time feedback, conversations and goals to help you become your best self

Making a Difference - we provide opportunities to help our people make a difference to the causes they care about

• MatchIt! - Fundraise for a cause close to your heart and OneAdvanced will match part of the funding
• Volunteering Time - Our volunteering leave scheme allows you to use your time to help those who need it
• Pennies from Heaven - donate the pennies from your pay check to help make a difference without lifting a finger

Who We Are:
OneAdvanced is one of the UK's largest providers of business software and services serving 20,000+ global customers with an annual turnover of 330M+. We manage 1.5 million 111 calls per month, support over 2 million Further Education learners across the UK, handle over 10 million wills, and so much more. Our mission is to power the world of work and, as you can see, our software underpins some of the UK's most critical sectors.
We invest in our brilliant people. They are at the heart of our success as we strive to be a diverse, inclusive and engaging place to work that not only powers the world of work, but empowers the growth, ambitions and talent of our people.
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