Accounting Manager (City of London)

Join Nscale as an Accounting Manager! Are you ready to build the next generation of cloud platforms for AI? Nscale is on a mission to challenge the hyperscalers with our vertically integrated GenAI cloud platform. We own the data centers, software, and applications that power today’s AI stack using cutting-edge, sustainable technology solutions.

At Nscale, we foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and accountability. Our team thrives on trust, collaboration, and adaptability, working together with urgency and excellence to shape the future of AI infrastructure. As we scale rapidly, we’re building out our finance and accounting capabilities—and that’s where you come in.

This Accounting Manager role is pivotal in bringing clarity and control to the operational accounting function at Nscale. You will focus on lease and tangible fixed asset accounting, intercompany, cash, IFRS compliance, and supporting the transition to US GAAP as we prepare for broader international growth. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with an audit background and a strong understanding of accounting standards, with the curiosity and drive to challenge assumptions, build robust processes, and drive change.

• Own and manage accounting for key contracts and transactions, including lease agreements and financing arrangements
• Lead the month-end close and reporting process, ensuring timeliness and accuracy
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, general ledger reviews, and financial controls
• Serve as the primary contact for local and external auditors, preparing documentation and responding to queries
• Collaborate closely with Finance Ops and Legal teams to interpret contracts and assess accounting implications
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures, with a particular focus on lease and tangible fixed asset accounting
• Build and enhance our control framework to ensure financial integrity and compliance
• Help us build a good to great finance function

Must-Have Qualifications & Experience

• 3+ years of Audit experience
• Has worked at one of the big 4
• Fully Chartered (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA)
• Industry experience (12–18 months) in an accounting or general ledger role
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, with bonus points for US GAAP exposure
• Confident reading and interpreting contracts for accounting treatment
• Proficient in Excel and experienced with ERP/accounting systems
• Naturally curious – wants to understand the why behind the numbers

Preferred Qualities

• Strong communicator with the ability to influence across teams
• Detail-oriented but can see the bigger picture
• Enjoys variety, thrives in fast-moving environments, and likes solving ambiguous problems and being hands-on and pragmatic

You’ll be joining a diverse, driven, and dynamic team at a key moment in our journey—from growth-stage company to a future leader in the European data centre space. Here, you’ll have the freedom to shape your role, influence decision-making, and see the real-world impact of your work every day.

We aren’t perfect yet—but that’s the opportunity. Help us build a world-class finance function from the ground up.

In all we do, our core values guide us:

• Relentless Innovation: At Nscale, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation, embracing creative risks to shape the future.
• Ownership and Accountability: Every Nscaler is fully accountable for their work, driving it with excellence and urgency.
• Openness and Transparency: We believe trust and transparency are key to our success.
• Customer-Centric Focus: Our customers are central to our mission, and we are committed to delivering impactful solutions.
• Sustainability: We are dedicated to considering the long-term environmental and societal impacts of our technologies.
• Full-Speed Collaboration: Collaboration at Nscale is fast, efficient, and respectful.

Equal Opportunities Statement: At Nscale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our work environment, and we warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.