Finance & Accounts Assistant (£25k-£28k) at VC-backed fintech SaaS

Jack & Jill; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Leeds seeks a Finance & Accounts Assistant to manage finance operations, supporting the CFO. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience, strong bookkeeping skills, and proficiency in Xero. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3‑5 years of experience in an accounting or finance assistant role, ideally within an SME or fintech.
• Solid knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping, reconciliations, and proficiency in Xero.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable navigating the demands of a fast-paced scale-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable: process invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payment runs.
• Oversee accounts receivable: raise sales invoices, allocate receipts, and chase overdue balances.
• Provide comprehensive support for month-end close: post journals, reconcile key accounts, and assist with management accounts.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Reconciliations

Proficiency in Xero

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Job description

Finance & Accounts Assistant (£25k-£28k) at VC-backed fintech SaaS

We are recruiting for a Finance & Accounts Assistant to support the CFO and external bookkeepers. This pivotal role ensures smooth, accurate, and timely processing of all day‑to‑day finance operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month‑end reporting, contributing significantly to the company’s financial health.

Location: Leeds, UK

Salary: £25k-£28k

Why this role is remarkable

• Play a crucial role in the financial backbone of a rapidly scaling fintech, with direct exposure to senior leadership
• Join a well‑funded company backed by top‑tier VCs, poised for significant market expansion
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, supportive environment offering excellent opportunities for professional development and growth

What you will do

• Manage accounts payable: process invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payment runs
• Oversee accounts receivable: raise sales invoices, allocate receipts, and chase overdue balances
• Provide comprehensive support for month‑end close: post journals, reconcile key accounts, and assist with management accounts

The ideal candidate

• 3‑5 years of experience in an accounting or finance assistant role, ideally within an SME or fintech
• Solid knowledge of double‑entry bookkeeping, reconciliations, and proficiency in Xero
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, and comfortable navigating the demands of a fast‑paced scale‑up environment

How to Apply

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing; Industries: Technology, Information and Internet