Part Qualified Accountant

Part Qualified Financial Accountant Manchester City Centre | Hybrid Working £31,000 – £36,000 + Study Support + Healthcare + Discretionary Bonus ACCA or CIMA (Part-Qualified & Actively Studying) An excellent opportunity has arisen for a part qualified accountant to join a high performing finance team within a global professional services organisation, based in Manchester city centre with hybrid working. This role is ideal for someone who is actively progressing with ACCA or CIMA, has proven UK accounting experience, and is keen to continue building strong technical expertise in an international, collaborative environment. The Role You’ll be part of an established shared service finance function, supporting entities across Europe and the Middle East. Working closely with a Financial Accountant and the wider finance team, you’ll gain hands-on exposure across month-end close, balance sheet ownership, statutory reporting, and compliance. This is a broad, technically strong role offering genuine development, visibility, and the opportunity to work closely with external advisors, auditors, and tax specialists. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the month-end close under GAAP, including preparation and posting of journals • Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly • Producing fee reconciliations and supporting intercompany accounting, invoicing, and settlement • Assisting with local statutory accounts, audits, and compliance obligations • Preparing monthly data packs for external accountants and reviewing local GAAP vs management accounts • Supporting VAT and other fiscal returns, ensuring accurate and timely submission • Liaising with Accounts Payable, Billing, Treasury, Tax teams, and external advisors • Assisting with financial statements, ad-hoc projects, and continuous improvement initiatives • Operating within a robust control environment, working comfortably with large, detail-driven data sets About You • Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA, actively studying and progressing • 3–5 years’ proven UK-based experience in an accounting or finance role - essential • Experience supporting month-end, balance sheet reconciliations, and statutory reporting • Exposure to VAT preparation and submission • Experience working within an international or multi-entity business, including FX exposure • Strong Excel skills and experience using global ERP systems • Highly organised, deadline-driven, and detail-focused • A collaborative team player with strong communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude • Must have full right to work in the UK in a permanent role – visa sponsorship is not available for this role What’s On Offer • £31,000 – £36,000 salary • Full study support for ACCA or CIMA • Private healthcare • Discretionary bonus • Hybrid working model • Manchester city centre location • Long term development and progression through qualification