via Greenhouse · 10 September 2026 ·9 days ago

Accountant

Soho House & Co
Milton Keynes
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>The Role..</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Accountant <strong>(based in our Milton Keynes hub)</strong> is responsible for upholding the financial rhythm of the region, ensuring every number, report and reconciliation is delivered with accuracy, pace and care. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This role is hands‑on, detail‑driven and central to how we maintain clarity and consistency across our European Houses.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">They take ownership of core <span data-url="ca://s?q=Explain_Record_to_Report_process">Record‑to‑Report</span> activity, safeguarding compliance, supporting smooth daily operations, and making sure our financial picture is always clear, timely and aligned with Soho House standards.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities..</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments for Soho House sites to maintain accurate financial records.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Coordinate and executing month-end and year-end close activities to meet reporting deadlines.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Raise and process Intercompany transactions.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Complete balance reconciliations &amp; substantiations ready for Controller approval.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Reconcile general ledger accounts and promptly resolve discrepancies.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage fixed asset accounting.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Work closely with other departments (e.g., FP&amp;A, Procurement) to ensure alignment of financial data and reporting.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and local GAAP, other relevant accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support the R2R Lead in preparing financial statements and management reports.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with IT teams to implement and optimize accounting systems and tools for improved efficiency.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Invest in continuous professional development (CPD) to enhance skills, performance and career. </span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Any additional duties as assigned by management.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Experience required..</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of experience in financial reporting or accounting, with exposure to group-level reporting.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fully qualified ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proven ownership of month/quarter/year-end close, reconciliations, and management/statutory reporting.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, and other relevant accounting standards.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in financial systems and tools (Preference for Oracle or SAP).</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong organizational and time management skills.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Effective communication and collaboration skills.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Analytical and problem-solving abilities.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prior experience in accounting or finance roles, with a focus on general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Benefits…</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to grow your career.</span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Soho Friends Membership</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">50% off Food &amp; Drink, 7 days a week</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Staff Room Rates</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Private Health and Dental Care</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Weekly Pay</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Life Assurance</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed &amp; Soho Home</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">In Office Dog Policy on Fridays</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Season Ticket Loan</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Christmas Office Closure</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Free Counselling Sessions</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Cookhouse &amp; House Tonic: Our Cookhouse &amp; House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Exclusive access to our benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, insurance and much more</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to</span></li>
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