Accounts Officer

Institute of Management Accountants, Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in the UK is seeking an Accounts Officer responsible for managing counterparty reconciliations, financial data analysis, and bookkeeping. The ideal candidate should have a relevant bachelor's degree, 1-3 years experience, and strong knowledge of accounting principles. Responsibilities include performing detailed reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in accounts, reconciliations, bookkeeping, or finance operations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, counterparty/intercompany reconciliations, and multi-currency & FX revaluations.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed reconciliations of counterparty accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in counterparty balances.
• Conduct intercompany and inter-system reconciliations.
• Track and analyze pricing changes from service providers.
• Gather, validate, and provide financial data for reporting.

Skills

Counterparty reconciliations

Financial data analysis

Bookkeeping

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field

ACCA / CA / CIMA part-qualified preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting or ERP systems

Job description

About Us

ACE Money Transfer is a UK-based multinational company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. ACE Money Transfer provides online remittance services to individuals in 28 countries across UK, Europe, Canada, and Australia, enabling them to send money across borders in over 100 countries.

Role Overview

The Accounts Officer will play a key role in managing counterparty reconciliations, financial data analysis, bookkeeping, and intercompany transactions for the organization. This role ensures timely and accurate reporting, third‑party communications, internal escalations, and inter‑system reconciliations to maintain financial integrity and compliance.

The Accounts Officer will be responsible for collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure that all financial transactions, adjustments, and reconciliations are properly documented and aligned with company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed reconciliations of counterparty accounts, ensuring all transactions match recorded data.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in counterparty balances through internal escalations and third‑party communication.
• Conduct intercompany and inter‑system reconciliations, ensuring financial consistency across multiple platforms.
• Track and analyze pricing changes from service providers, ensuring financial adjustments are reflected accurately.
• Gather, validate, and provide financial data for reporting requirements.
• Maintain and ensure data accuracy for financial reporting and forecasting.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records, ensuring proper classification of transactions.
• Post revaluation entries for currency adjustments and service provider charges.
• Process financial adjustments and corrections to reflect accurate balances in company ledgers.
• Communicate with external service providers, financial institutions, and counterparties to resolve financial discrepancies.
• Escalate unresolved reconciliation issues internally, working closely with senior finance team members.
• Ensure timely follow‑ups on pending reconciliations and unresolved third‑party queries.
• Ensure all financial transactions comply with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist in monitoring accounts for potential discrepancies, fraud, or policy breaches.
• Support the implementation of financial controls to strengthen reconciliation and reporting accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field (professional qualifications such as ACCA / CA / CIMA part‑qualified preferred).
• 1‑3 years of relevant experience in accounts, reconciliations, bookkeeping, or finance operations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, counterparty/intercompany reconciliations, and multi‑currency & FX revaluations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Good analytical, communication, and coordination skills, with an understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements.