Technical Accountant (M&A, FP&A, Audit-focused)

Location: London or Manchester (Hybrid)

Salary: £70,000 neg + excellent benefits

Department: Finance

Reporting to: Head of Financial Reporting

Overview

Avatar Recruitment has been retained on a confidential mandate to appoint a Technical Accountant for a rapidly growing, private equity‑backed ERP software company. With a strong global footprint and ambitious growth trajectory, this organisation is scaling rapidly and requires a technically strong accountant to support its evolving financial reporting needs.

This role offers the chance to combine technical accounting expertise with commercial influence, working closely with senior stakeholders across multiple geographies. It is ideally suited to someone who thrives in fast‑paced, international environments and wants to play a pivotal role in shaping financial governance during a period of significant expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with regional and global finance teams to deliver timely, accurate, and audit‑compliant reporting under IFRS and US GAAP.
• Lead the review and validation of financial records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and corporate policies.
• Oversee preparation and submission of financial statements, aligning with accounting standards and external audit requirements.
• Provide technical accounting leadership during M&A activity, ensuring accurate consolidation and smooth integration into group reporting.
• Advise on revenue recognition practices, particularly in transitioning to subscription‑based business models.
• Safeguard balance sheet integrity through reconciliations, reviews, and robust support schedules.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and internal audit teams, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently.
• Champion internal controls and governance across multiple geographies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing reporting team, fostering technical excellence and collaboration.

Candidate Profile

Essentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5-8 years of audit experience, ideally with exposure to complex, international environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills, with strong PowerPoint and Word capability for reporting and presentations.
• Proven analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex transactions.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical accounting into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong commercial mindset with experience engaging senior stakeholders.

Beneficial

• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Experience in private equity‑backed companies or fast‑paced, high‑growth environments.
• Familiarity with subscription‑based revenue models and evolving audit technologies.

Why This Role?

• Join a PE‑backed, global ERP software company at a pivotal stage of growth.
• Gain exposure to international operations and complex transactions, including M&A.
• Work closely with senior leadership, influencing financial strategy and business outcomes.
• Secure a competitive salary package around £70,000, plus benefits and career progression opportunities.

Application Process

This is a confidential retained search managed exclusively by Avatar Executive Search. Please apply online and we will be in touch straightaway.