Description

Your new company
This renowned fintech pension provider is transforming the way people save for later life. With a mission to make pensions simple, accessible, and engaging, the company has built a modern, tech-first platform that challenges outdated legacy systems and delivers exceptional service to individuals and businesses alike. Supported by strong investment and experiencing rapid growth, the company now serves a large and diverse customer base across multiple regions. With a talented team of professionals and clear momentum toward profitability, they continue to expand and strengthen their position in the market.
They are now seeking a Financial Accountant to join their dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of pensions. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact, develop your career, and thrive in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.
Please note: This is a non-qualified position. If you are seeking a role that leads to a formal qualification or a professional qualification pathway, this may not be the right opportunity for you.

Your new role

• Manage bookkeeping activities for all trading entities
• Responsible for producing monthly management accounts across three trading entities, delivering accurate and timely reports with accompanying variance and trend analysis
• Oversee payroll processing for both UK and Estonian operations, ensuring full compliance with local tax requirements
• Prepare and post month-end journals, including items such as prepayments, accruals, and accrued income
• Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations at month-end and maintain key ledgers including debtors, creditors, and intercompany accounts
• Handle the finance inbox and manage day-to-day accounts payable queries from both internal and external stakeholders
• Provide responses to cost and reporting queries raised by teams across the business, including Marketing, Operations, and Sales
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and assist with the coordination of the annual audit process
• Organise and execute supplier payment runs
• Work closely with the Finance Lead on ad-hoc projects, including business partnering, budgeting, forecasting, project accounting, and corporate finance administration

What you'll need to succeed

• 2/3 years experience in a relevant role
• Background in finance (technology or fintech is advantageous) industries is desirable
• Solid technical expertise in financial accounting, reporting, core finance processes/controls and bookkeeping
• Strong understanding of VAT and UK payroll-related tax requirements
• Familiarity with Xero accounting software, MS Excel and Google Sheets at an intermediate level
• Experience working with system integrations and automation tools (e.g., payroll or expense platforms)

What you'll get in return

• 10% employer pension contribution each month that you don't need to match (on top of your salary)
• Hybrid Working
• Medical insurance
• Unlimited holiday & more!

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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