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Management Accountant

London City Lionesses
Cobdown Park - Home of London City Lionesses, Cobdown Park, Ditton, Aylesford, UK
29 Oct, 2026

Job Description

Job Title Management Accountant
Department Finance
Reports to Head of Finance
Location Cobdown Park, Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6AU
Working Pattern 32 - 40 hours per week (open to part-time with minimum of 4 days)
Level of DBS Enhanced Child Barred List

About Us:
London City Lionesses are part of the Kynisca group, setting a vision and building an infrastructure in which all the players and staff can thrive.

Owned by Michele Kang, our vision for Kynisca is to:

1. Become the most pre-eminent sports organisation in the world;

2. Have a high-performance culture of winning on and off the pitch;

3. Train women as women; and

4. Motivate and inspire the next generation of girls and women.

Our Values:

We Lead The Way | We Dream Big | We Get it Done | We Innovate | We Inspire our Community

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to support the Head of Finance in the effective management of the finance function.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records, ensuring robust financial controls, timely reporting, and effective financial business partnering across the organisation.

This role will take ownership of the preparation of the management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, cash management, accounts payable, and weekly payment runs while acting as a trusted advisor to operational leaders.

Main Duties / Responsibilities
1. Management accounts preparation

· Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements. Own profit & loss reporting and analysis

2. Balance sheet analysis

· Maintain all balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.

· Resolve reconciling items within a timely manner and report any issues to Head of Finance

3. Cash Management

· Perform weekly bank reconciliations and monitor cash position

· Assist Head of Finance with monthly funding requirements

4. Accounts Payable process

· Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process

· Prepare and execute weekly payment runs

· Control supplier onboarding process, perform due diligence on new suppliers

5. League reporting documentation

· Prepare league reporting documentation

6. Financial Audit

· Support statutory reporting and external audits

7. Business partnering

· Build strong relationships with team members across all departments

· Act as a trusted finance business partner providing insight and challenge[SM1] [MJ2] across departments

· Work collaboratively with departments on their financial reporting requirements, reporting issues in a timely manner and supporting staff members with any issues

8. Policies & Procedures

· Review and maintain business policies and procedures, able to work alongside Head of Finance and management to development and adapt business policies as the business evolves or regulations change.

9. Other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time-to-time by management

Club Accountabilities
1. To comply with all Club policies, procedures and practices and carry out your role diligently and in the best interests of the Club
2. To lead with a proactive, high-performance mindset and actively contribute to a winning culture on and off the pitch
3. To behave in a manner consistent with Club values and policies
4. To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements.
5. To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.

What we are looking for
Qualifications and Training

Essential

· Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

· Strong experience in financial management and reporting

· Experience in monthly budgeting process

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyse and interpret large datasets using advanced formulas and functions including SUMIFS, XLOOKUP, IF/AND, and other analytical tools to support accurate financial reporting and decision-making.

· Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work effectively with business leads to achieve results

· Proven ability to work with high levels of accuracy and to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Desirable

· Experience operating Xero finance software & Approval Max PO system

· Knowledge of FRS 102 and UK financial reporting requirements, with responsibility for ensuring financial statements are prepared in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory obligations

· Experience managing AP, reconciliations and payment processes

· Worked within a sports club or related organisation

Characteristics
· Passionate about women’s football and broader women’s sport culture

· Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to deal with matrix stakeholders & ambiguity

· High standards of personal integrity and EQ

· Comfortable and able to work on own initiative

· Has a learning mindset; is keen to continue their self-development and keep up to date with best practice and learning opportunities

· Continually seeks to improve efficiency and performance

· Seeks out and embraces new ways of thinking and working – not afraid to fail

London City Lionesses is committed to safeguarding, health and safety, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, the well-being of all staff and visitors, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. These responsibilities are shared by all staff and volunteers, with safeguarding, safety, and inclusivity being collective priorities.

All staff are required to adhere to the Club’s policies, complete relevant training, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This includes timely reporting of concerns, compliance with health and safety regulations, and upholding the Club’s zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

For certain roles, additional checks, such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks or health assessments, may be required. Applications must include a fully completed application form; CVs alone will not be accepted. All candidates will be assessed on merit and their alignment with the Club’s values.

About London City Lionesses

LONDON CITY LIONESSES

The First Independent Club in the Women's Super League

2024/25 Women's Championship winners, now competing in the Barclays WSL. Part of Michele Kang's Kynisca Sports International — the first woman-owned multi-club organisation in women's football.

Est. 2019

Founded

WSL

Barclays Women's Super League

28 Acres

Cobdown Park Training Ground

WHY LONDON CITY

Why Work at London City Lionesses

London City Lionesses is not a legacy club adapting to the modern game — it was purpose-built for it. Founded in 2019 and acquired by Michele Kang's Kynisca Sports International in December 2023, the club is part of the first woman-owned, woman-led multi-club organisation in football, alongside the Washington Spirit (2021 NWSL champions) and OL Lyonnes (eight-time Women's Champions League winners). Staff work within a network that spans three continents and is led at group level by Global Sporting Director Markel Zubizarreta, formerly of FC Barcelona.

Kynisca's stated mission is to build the world's pre-eminent women's sports organisation, with a core principle of training women as women — backed by the Kynisca Innovation Hub, which funds sports science research into female athletic performance. At club level, that translates into a 28-acre training ground at Cobdown Park now under construction, with a Performance Campus designed to match a men's Premier League facility but built specifically around the needs of female athletes. The July 2026 signing of two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas underlines the level of ambition across every department.

Sources: londoncitylionesses.com; kynisca.com; Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, September 2025

ABOUT

About London City Lionesses

London City Lionesses is a professional women's football club based in Kent, with home matches played at the CopperJax Community Stadium in Bromley. Founded in 2019, the club won the 2024/25 Barclays Women's Championship to earn promotion and became the first ever independent club to compete in the Barclays Women's Super League in 2025/26 — the top tier of English women's football.

The club is part of Kynisca Sports International, Ltd., owned and led by Michele Kang. Kynisca's vision is to become the most pre-eminent women's sports organisation in the world — building a high-performance culture of winning on and off the pitch, training women as women, and motivating the next generation of girls and women. The club operates under the legal entity LCL Sports Group Limited, with commercial partners including Nike (kit manufacturer) and Mastercard. In January 2026, Kynisca was named presenting partner of the inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup.

Sources: londoncitylionesses.com; kynisca.com

WHAT WE DO

Three Pillars of the Club

London City Lionesses operates across first-team football, academy development and community engagement — each with dedicated staff and growing infrastructure.

First Team & Performance

Competing in the Barclays WSL with players including two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas. Kynisca's principle of training women as women is central — the forthcoming Cobdown Park Performance Campus and the Kynisca Innovation Hub both focus on research-led, female-specific performance, recovery and wellbeing.

Academy & Development

Four academy squads covering U12 to U21 pathways. The new training centre includes an improved Academy building with a high-quality 3G pitch, creating clear routes from grassroots to professional level in Kent.

Community & Grassroots

The Mastercard Sister Club Programme connects the club with grassroots clubs across Kent and London, offering free match tickets, mascot opportunities and coaching clinics. The 3G pitch at Cobdown Park will also serve the Kent FA, local leagues and SEND schools.

KEY NUMBERS

London City Lionesses in Numbers

From the training ground to the multi-club network, London City Lionesses is investing at a scale that matches its ambition in the women's game.

WSL

Top-Tier Football

First independent club in the Barclays Women's Super League (2025/26)

Acres at Cobdown Park

Acquired June 2024. Performance Campus under construction, completion target 2027

50+

New Permanent Jobs

Created by the Cobdown Park development, plus ~£1m per year in local economic investment

Club Network

Kynisca Sports International — alongside Washington Spirit (2021 NWSL champions) and OL Lyonnes (8× Champions League winners)

Sources: londoncitylionesses.com; kynisca.com; Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, September 2025

CAREER AREAS

Functions at London City Lionesses

The club recruits across football operations, medical, academy, and corporate functions. Current and recent roles advertised via the club's CharlieHR careers page as of July 2026 include:

Coaching

First team and academy coaching roles, including goalkeeper and outfield specialists

Sport Science & Medicine

Physiotherapy, sport psychology and performance support for elite female athletes

Academy & Education

Player development, education lead and pathway management from U12 to U21

Operations & Administration

HR, legal, finance and day-to-day club operations across multiple sites

Community & Programmes

Grassroots engagement, Sister Club Programme, school outreach and coaching clinics

Media & Communications

Content creation, press, social media and matchday coverage

Source: lcl.recruit.charliehr.com/careers — July 2026

COMMUNITY IMPACT

Growing the Women's and Girls' Game

London City Lionesses runs the Mastercard Sister Club Programme, connecting the club with grassroots women's and girls' football clubs across Kent and London. Sister Clubs receive complimentary match tickets, matchday mascot opportunities and priority access to player appearances, festivals and coaching clinics. The club also runs regular community sessions open to the public. Once completed, the new 3G pitch at Cobdown Park will be made available to the Kent FA, the Kent Girls and Ladies League, local SEND schools and the Kent disability mixed league — extending the club's reach well beyond the professional squad.

Sources: londoncitylionesses.com/sister-clubs; Cobdown Park planning application, September 2025

WORKING HERE

Life at London City Lionesses

Day-to-day operations are split between the CopperJax Community Stadium in Bromley for matchdays and Cobdown Park in Aylesford, Kent for training and office work. The club is scaling quickly — the Cobdown Park development alone will create more than 50 new permanent positions across coaching, medical, operations and academy functions. As part of the Kynisca multi-club network, staff have scope for collaboration with counterparts at the Washington Spirit and OL Féminin.

Source: londoncitylionesses.com; lcl.recruit.charliehr.com/careers

LOCATION

CopperJax Community Stadium

Home matches are played at the CopperJax Community Stadium in Bromley, south-east London. The club's training and operational base is at Cobdown Park in Aylesford, Kent.

LCL Stadium

Address: Hayes Lane, Bromley, England BR2 9EF

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