Management Accountant

Contract type: Fixed-Term (12 months), full-time Location: Premier League Offices, Paddington, W2 1HQ The Premier League’s Finance department is looking for two qualified management accountants to join the team and provide business partnering support to various Premier League departments, and the other role will be managing the finances of affiliated companies including Premier League Foundation and Premier League International entities. This fixed-term role has been created to provide additional resource to the Finance team during the transition to a new accounting system. The role will help ensure continuity of day-to-day finance operations while assisting with ad hoc activities associated with the successful implementation of the new system. Who we are The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 1.2 billion homes in 189 countries. We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues. The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people. Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. Where possible, you will attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements. The Role Support monthly and annual financial processes, including: Preparation of monthly management accounts. Balance sheet reconciliations. Raising of accurate and timely sales invoices in line with contractual terms. Post and allocate customer receipts accurately and reconcile customer accounts. Support the audit process by preparing deliverables and responding to information requests. Provide support to stakeholders across the business on finance related queries. Involvement in ad hoc, Premier League finance and strategic projects including: Assessing technical accounting considerations. Involvement in finance system migration project. Business partnering with various Premier League departments, including budget monitoring and responding to finance queries. Role Requirements Chartered accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA etc.) – up to two years post qualification. Attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Ability to apply a structured approach towards balancing multiple demands and priorities. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Enthusiastic, self-motivated and a good team player. Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance. To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is 23 August 2026. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact [email protected] .