The Role 

We're looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented Inventory Accountant to join our Finance team and take ownership of our end-to-end inventory accounting processes.  

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant with inventory accounting experience to work within one of the most exciting and fast-paced environments in world sport. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy of inventory accounting, supporting financial reporting, and helping the team meet both financial and regulatory requirements.  

What you'll be doing 

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for the accounting and control of inventory across a wide range of categories, including car parts, merchandise, raw materials, consumables and tooling.  

Key responsibilities include: 

• Managing inventory-related journal entries and ensuring inventory movements are accurately recognised.  

• Maintaining robust records and audit trails for all inventory transactions.  

• Overseeing the works order ending process and collaborating with operational teams to resolve outstanding issues.  

• Supporting monthly and annual stock counts, investigating discrepancies and accounting for adjustments and write-offs.  

• Monitoring inventory activities to ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.  

• Analysing inventory variances against budgets and forecasts and providing insightful commentary to stakeholders.  

• Supporting the continuous improvement of inventory reporting, processes and controls.  

• Working closely with the wider business to ensure accurate activity-based reporting and cost allocation.  

• Developing an understanding of FIA Financial Regulations to support accurate Cost Cap reporting requirements.  

What we're looking for 

We're seeking a finance professional who combines technical expertise with strong business partnering skills. 

You'll ideally have: 

• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).  

• At least one year of inventory accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.  

• Strong knowledge of inventory accounting principles, stock control processes and standard costing.  

• Advanced Excel skills and strong reporting capabilities.  

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.  

• The ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple functions.  

About you 

You'll thrive in this role if you: 

• Take ownership and accountability for your work.  

• Have exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.  

• Can clearly communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance audiences.  

• Remain composed and effective in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.  

• Proactively identify and solve problems.  

• Enjoy collaborating across teams to achieve shared goals. 

Why join us?