Finance Associate, Risk Ledger

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in finance or accounting roles
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, as well as ideally accounting software like Xero or Quickbooks
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, in order to avoid errors on invoices, making wrong payments, etc
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal in order to collaborate with other stakeholders across the business, for example, talking to AEs and CSMs with regards to customer invoices
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a small team!
• A proactive nature. We’re looking for someone who enjoys a steep learning curve; soaking up information, learning; turning it into action and then employing critical thinking

Desirable

• We are seeking a talented finance professional to join our growing finance team as our third hire. This role will play a key part in strengthening our financial operations and supporting the company's continued growth
• Accounts Receivable: You'll take ownership of our Accounts Receivable function, ensuring we maintain DSO below 60 days and invoice promptly ahead of renewal dates. You'll work closely with our Sales and Customer Success teams to ensure smooth invoicing, whilst supporting Sales AEs with new vendor onboarding
• Accounts Payable: You'll manage the processing of incoming invoices and ensure vendors are paid on time. This includes handling employee reimbursement claims efficiently
• Bookkeeping: You'll ensure accurate accounting of all invoices and correctly match payments from bank statements in Xero, our accounting software. You'll also support month-end processes by posting manual journals for prepayments and revenue recognition
• Monthly Bank Reconciliations and Cash Flow Analysis: You'll perform monthly bank reconciliations and contribute to our cash flow variance analysis, examining how our cash position moves throughout the month and identifying key drivers
• Statutory Compliance: You'll support the preparation of quarterly VAT returns and annual PSA submissions, ensuring we remain compliant with HMRC requirements
• Compliance & Controls: You'll help maintain robust internal controls and ensure we're adhering to accounting standards across all our processes
• Process Improvement: You'll have the opportunity to identify and implement improvements that make our finance operations more efficient and effective. For example, to upgrade our finance tech stack
• Beyond the day-to-day, this role offers genuine progression opportunities, including involvement in monthly or quarterly board reporting and collaboration with other parts of the business
• As the third member of our growing finance team, you'll take a hands-on approach and support with broader operational tasks. We're a collaborative, all-hands-on-deck organisation, and you'll be right at the heart of it