Management Accountant - Revenue at Chelsea Football Club

The Role

As the Revenue Accountant you will be reporting to the Revenue Controller, you’ll work closely with Management Accounts and Treasury colleagues to support daily revenue processing, month-end close, and continuous improvement of revenue controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately processing high-volume daily revenue transactions across ticketing, memberships, hospitality, retail, and matchday operations.
• Performing daily and monthly reconciliations between ticketing systems and the general ledger, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Monitoring and reconciling digital and cashless payment channels to ensure timely settlement.
• Partnering with operational teams to validate matchday takings and strengthen revenue controls.
• Preparing robust balance sheet reconciliations and monthly revenue schedules.
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes, including journals, analysis, reporting, and audit preparation.
• Contributing to cash flow management and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Working collaboratively within a close-knit team to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Supporting ad hoc projects as required.

What You’ll Bring

• Have a accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Has excellent attention to detail and experience managing large volumes of transactional data.
• Has strong experience with balance sheet reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Understands financial controls and revenue recognition.
• Has experience with integrated accounting and ticketing/EPOS systems (venue or stadium experience is a plus, but not essential).
• Is confident working with senior stakeholders and able to challenge constructively.
• Is a self-starter who thrives in ambiguity and drives continuous improvement.
• Is an enthusiastic team player with a hands-on, collaborative approach.
• Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in sport, entertainment, or event-led organisations is desirable — but not required.