Assistant Management Accountant
⚡ The Quick Pitch
We’re looking for an Assistant Management Accountant to help us scale our financial engine and bridge the gap between complex inventory data and commercial growth.
This role is open to candidates who already possess the right to work and live in the UK or EU. We are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship.
The Big Picture
The Assistant Management Accountant will support the Senior Management accountant and wider finance team in developing and strengthening the finance function at ZOE. This role is a great opportunity to build core accounting and commercial skills in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Working closely with the Senior Management Accountant, you will contribute to accurate financial reporting, support process improvements, and gain exposure to key finance projects. The role offers strong development potential as the business continues to grow.
The Squad
The ZOE Finance team embodies the values of ZOE within an open, transparent and high-performing environment. The team brings together experience from start-ups, Big 4 and high-growth businesses, offering strong opportunities for learning and development.
As ZOE continues to scale through 2026 and beyond, there are a number of exciting projects that provide exposure to process improvements, systems, and cross-functional collaboration.
Your DNA
Have around 2–4 years of experience in a finance or accounting role (e.g. Assistant Management Accountant, Finance Analyst, or similar)
Are part-qualified (or studying towards) CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent
Have a strong understanding of management accounting and financial reporting principles
Have had previous experience supporting a year-end close and audit process
Are comfortable working in a fast-paced or growing business environment
Have strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Are organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Have excellent Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, lookups) and are comfortable working with warehoused data and dashboards.
Are keen to learn and develop, with an interest in improving processes and systems
Have strong communication skills and are confident working with different teams
Are a collaborative team player with a positive attitude
Your Mission
Business partnering with the Operations team to support monthly reporting and commercial activities.
Taking ownership of inventory and cost of sales month end processes, and assisting with other areas where required.
Taking ownership of specific month-end reporting cycles, including journal entries and variance analysis for assigned departments.
Helping maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring key accounts are well understood and documented
Preparing reconciliations and gathering support for year-end audit queries
Acting as the internal point of contact for tax compliance, gathering data for external advisors, and maintaining oversight of VAT and US Sales Tax automations.
Supporting the preparation of reporting packs for internal stakeholders
Assisting during the year-end audit process, including responding to auditor queries and preparing supporting documentation
Working collaboratively across teams to gather financial data and improve reporting accuracy
Supporting ad hoc commercial initiatives at ZOE
✨ Our Hiring Journey
We value your time as much as our own. We’ve designed a streamlined, 4-step process to get us from "Hello" to "Welcome to the team" as quickly as possible.
Step 1: Intro chat with Talent Team
A high-energy intro to see if our missions align. We’ll chat about your journey, what makes ZOE tick, and make sure the basics (role, impact, and expectations) are a match.
Step 2: Hiring Manager Interview
A tactical conversation focused on your craft. We skip the generic scripts and dive straight into how you solve problems, your past wins, and the specific challenges this role is here to tackle.
Step 3: The Remote Loop This is where we get into the details. Depending on the role and level, this stage consists of 2 to 4 focused interviews designed to assess different areas (e.g., technical skills, cross-team collaboration, or strategic thinking).
Step 4: The Finish Line (Offer & Onboarding) If there’s a match, we don’t hang around. We’ll extend an offer, talk through equity and benefits, and get you ready for your ZOE onboarding journey. Let’s change the world’s health together.
Ready to thrive? We want to hear from you
The experience, skills, and attributes we’ve outlined are what we believe will help someone truly thrive in this role.
However, we understand that talent comes in many forms. If you are genuinely excited about ZOE's mission and this opportunity, please don't hesitate to apply—even if you don't meet every single requirement listed.
We fundamentally value potential and commitment above all else. We are dedicated to fostering growth and providing opportunities for you to learn and develop alongside us.
Apply To This Job
We’re looking for an Assistant Management Accountant to help us scale our financial engine and bridge the gap between complex inventory data and commercial growth.
This role is open to candidates who already possess the right to work and live in the UK or EU. We are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship.
The Big Picture
The Assistant Management Accountant will support the Senior Management accountant and wider finance team in developing and strengthening the finance function at ZOE. This role is a great opportunity to build core accounting and commercial skills in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Working closely with the Senior Management Accountant, you will contribute to accurate financial reporting, support process improvements, and gain exposure to key finance projects. The role offers strong development potential as the business continues to grow.
The Squad
The ZOE Finance team embodies the values of ZOE within an open, transparent and high-performing environment. The team brings together experience from start-ups, Big 4 and high-growth businesses, offering strong opportunities for learning and development.
As ZOE continues to scale through 2026 and beyond, there are a number of exciting projects that provide exposure to process improvements, systems, and cross-functional collaboration.
Your DNA
Have around 2–4 years of experience in a finance or accounting role (e.g. Assistant Management Accountant, Finance Analyst, or similar)
Are part-qualified (or studying towards) CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent
Have a strong understanding of management accounting and financial reporting principles
Have had previous experience supporting a year-end close and audit process
Are comfortable working in a fast-paced or growing business environment
Have strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Are organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Have excellent Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, lookups) and are comfortable working with warehoused data and dashboards.
Are keen to learn and develop, with an interest in improving processes and systems
Have strong communication skills and are confident working with different teams
Are a collaborative team player with a positive attitude
Your Mission
Business partnering with the Operations team to support monthly reporting and commercial activities.
Taking ownership of inventory and cost of sales month end processes, and assisting with other areas where required.
Taking ownership of specific month-end reporting cycles, including journal entries and variance analysis for assigned departments.
Helping maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring key accounts are well understood and documented
Preparing reconciliations and gathering support for year-end audit queries
Acting as the internal point of contact for tax compliance, gathering data for external advisors, and maintaining oversight of VAT and US Sales Tax automations.
Supporting the preparation of reporting packs for internal stakeholders
Assisting during the year-end audit process, including responding to auditor queries and preparing supporting documentation
Working collaboratively across teams to gather financial data and improve reporting accuracy
Supporting ad hoc commercial initiatives at ZOE
✨ Our Hiring Journey
We value your time as much as our own. We’ve designed a streamlined, 4-step process to get us from "Hello" to "Welcome to the team" as quickly as possible.
Step 1: Intro chat with Talent Team
A high-energy intro to see if our missions align. We’ll chat about your journey, what makes ZOE tick, and make sure the basics (role, impact, and expectations) are a match.
Step 2: Hiring Manager Interview
A tactical conversation focused on your craft. We skip the generic scripts and dive straight into how you solve problems, your past wins, and the specific challenges this role is here to tackle.
Step 3: The Remote Loop This is where we get into the details. Depending on the role and level, this stage consists of 2 to 4 focused interviews designed to assess different areas (e.g., technical skills, cross-team collaboration, or strategic thinking).
Step 4: The Finish Line (Offer & Onboarding) If there’s a match, we don’t hang around. We’ll extend an offer, talk through equity and benefits, and get you ready for your ZOE onboarding journey. Let’s change the world’s health together.
Ready to thrive? We want to hear from you
The experience, skills, and attributes we’ve outlined are what we believe will help someone truly thrive in this role.
However, we understand that talent comes in many forms. If you are genuinely excited about ZOE's mission and this opportunity, please don't hesitate to apply—even if you don't meet every single requirement listed.
We fundamentally value potential and commitment above all else. We are dedicated to fostering growth and providing opportunities for you to learn and develop alongside us.
Apply To This Job