Management Accountant

Management Accountant

Canary Wharf

Hybrid - 2-3 days per week, WFH

About us

Frive is the UK’s highest-rated meal plan service, cooked by chefs. We prepare, cook and deliver fresh and healthy meals to your door so you can save time and eat healthy at the same time.

We work with people from all different backgrounds and communities and recognise our own biases. We strive to create a strong sense of belonging and believe we will be better equipped to achieve our goals by building a team that approaches problems from different angles, using different perspectives and experiences to solve problems. All qualified applicants will be considered and we have no regard for age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation the more the merrier, and together we can achieve greatness

Mission:

To make healthy eating convenient, delicious and accessible, whilst championing locally sourced and organic ingredients.

Vision:

To inspire a global shift towards a healthier society by changing eating habits and restoring food to its purest form.

Values

Empowerment: We empower our people to make strong, independent decisions with confidence

Transparency: We share information openly and with intention

Open Communication: We communicate directly and honestly

High Performance: We foster an environment that attracts, retains, and rewards high performance

Agility: We encourage flexibility in our people by reducing blockers and prioritising their creativity and productivity

Your Impact

As a Management Accountant at Frive, you will ensure financial stability by delivering accurate management accounts, maintaining robust controls, and optimizing cash flow. Your expertise in budgeting and forecasting will uncover cost-saving opportunities and support strategic decisions.

Collaborating with the Financial Controller, you’ll safeguard compliance through statutory account preparation and audits. By providing actionable financial insights and improving systems, you’ll enhance efficiency and identify growth opportunities, directly contributing to Frive’s operational and strategic success.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse management accounts, including monthly financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations and reports.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with the Financial Controller on monthly and annual reporting activities.
• Take ownership for monthly Balance Sheet reconciliation pack.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Monitor and manage our cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs and strategic investments.
• Provide support in the preparation of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial data by maintaining robust internal controls.
• Deliver financial analysis for strategic projects, helping identify profitability drivers and growth opportunities.
• Support operational teams by preparing relevant financial reports and advising on performance improvement.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and procedures.
• Assist in monitoring and controlling business expenses against budgets.
• Process payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of employee payments and statutory obligations.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (essential).
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or CPA) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in management accounting or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days Holiday + Public
• Discount off our amazing food
• Hybrid working pattern
• Enhanced parental leave
• Evolving future options as we scale and learn

What's next?

If you are interested in learning more about the role and think this could be for you, then don't hesitate and apply now. We look forward to hearing from you...