Accountant/Finance Analyst with some HR & Office Management experience

PE-Backed Tech Consultancy|London/Hybrid|Competitive + Benefits

A fast-growing, PE-backed tech consultancy is hiring an Accountant to take ownership of the finance function while playing a hands-on role across HR and office management. This is a broad, varied position in a scaling business where you will be close to leadership and involved in the day-to-day running of the company.

The business has moved past its early stage and now needs someone who can professionalise the finance processes, keep the office running smoothly and support the people side of a growing team. If you want a role where no two weeks look the same and your contribution genuinely matters, read on.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Finance

• Owning the full month-end cycle: journals, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
• Leading on budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling to support commercial planning
• Producing management accounts and reporting that gives leadership a clear, accurate picture of performance
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns and ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards

HR & People

• Supporting onboarding for new starters including contracts, right-to-work checks and induction coordination
• Maintaining employee records and supporting day-to-day HR administration
• Assisting with policy documentation and compliance as the team grows
• Acting as a first point of contact for people-related queries

Office Management

• Keeping the office and remote working infrastructure running efficiently
• Coordinating with suppliers, service providers and landlords as needed
• Supporting senior leadership with operational and administrative priorities
• Picking up whatever the business needs week to week. This is a scaling environment and flexibility is key

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 4 years in an accounting or finance role, ideally in a start-up or scale-up setting
• Solid knowledge of UK accounting standards and practices
• Confident with financial modelling, budgets and management reporting
• Strong Excel skills and hands-on Xero experience (non-negotiable)
• Clear communicator who can draft reports, correspondence and supporting documents to a high standard
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats across finance, HR and operations

NICE TO HAVE

• Part- or fully-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
• Previous experience in an HR or office management capacity alongside a core finance role
• Exposure to PE-backed or investor-reporting environments
• Familiar with HR platforms such as BreatheHR, CharlieHR or similar

WHY THIS ROLE

• First dedicated hire across finance, HR and office management with real scope to shape all three
• PE-backed with strong momentum, not a speculative early-stage venture
• Broad remit with genuine variety and leadership exposure
• Small, senior team where your work is visible and valued from day one