Office Accountant

About The Business

We are a private equity‑backed leak detection and water management business based in the UK. With a proven service model, loyal customer base, and strong recurring revenues, we are now focused on doubling turnover from £5m to £10m over the next three years through organic growth and targeted acquisitions.

Wyboston MK44 3BY

• Job Type: Full time
• Contract Type:
  Permanent
• Salary: £50,000

We are looking for a qualified accountant with solid experience in a service‑based business. This is a hands‑on, office‑based role reporting directly to the CFO. You will take ownership of management reporting, oversee day‑to‑day finance operations, and play a key role in supporting the company’s next phase of growth.

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow statements.
• Maintain tight control over working capital, managing accounts receivable and accounts payable processes to ensure strong cashflow discipline.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Partner with operational teams to understand financial results and drive performance improvements.
• Help integrate new acquisitions, aligning financial reporting and processes.
• Drive efficiency through the use of digital finance tools and AI automation particularly in invoice processing, reporting, and forecasting.
• Strengthen internal controls and continuously improve accounting processes.
• Assist with relationships with auditors, banks, and other external partners such as HMRC and payroll bureau.
• Balance sheet reconciliations.

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Proven experience in a service‑based business, ideally with multi‑site or field‑based operations.
• Strong accounting background with solid credit control and accounts payable knowledge.
• Confident working in a PE‑backed or high‑growth SME environment.
• Technically competent and commercially aware, able to link financial data to operational drivers.
• Comfortable using modern finance systems; experience with digital or AI‑led tools is an advantage.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or similar.
• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and collaborative in approach.

• A pivotal finance role in a growing, PE‑backed service business.
• Close working relationship with the CFO and senior leadership team.
• Real opportunity to shape financial processes and contribute to business transformation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A collaborative, down‑to‑earth culture where your work has real impact.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover note explaining your relevant experience and interest in the role.