Accounts Assistant

Smarkets; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock Options

Pension Scheme

Health Insurance

Parental Leave

Hybrid Working

Job summary

Smarkets is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team. You will report to the Senior Finance Manager and be part of a tight-knit group focused on accuracy, efficiency, and timely reporting.

You'll handle AP, reconciliations, POs, payments, and expense processing while supporting monthly accounts and audits. Hybrid work is available in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Excel and strong data entry accuracy.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with public practice and working with auditors is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process AP invoices.
• Review and reconcile bank statements regularly.
• Perform AP balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Review and manage open Purchase Orders.
• Ensure supplier accounts reconcile with statements.
• Schedule and process payments per policy and manage vendor queries.
• Process staff expenses and approvals.
• Monitor daily cash flows for operations.
• Provide reports to gaming regulators and assist with audits.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Light Inc.

Job description

Who are we?

Smarkets: Predicting the Future of Betting

Smarkets runs one of the world’s most sophisticated prediction markets, handling over £29 billion in volume since 2010 and engaging 200,000+ traders globally. We’re a technology company that happens to revolutionise betting - from sports to political markets, to delivering the sharpest prices and the fairest odds.

At the heart of our success are our people. We create a high-performance environment where exceptional talent can thrive, blending deep business experience with a commercial mindset to drive strategic growth.

If you’re ready to help shape the future of prediction markets with cutting-edge technology and a customer-first philosophy, Smarkets is where you belong.

About the Role:

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our growing Finance team. Reporting directly to the Senior Finance Manager, you will be an integral part of a small team of four. To thrive at Smarkets, you will need to be open-minded, personable, and have a keen eye for detail, with the ability to analyze and communicate insights from data.

What you will do:

• Prepare and process AP invoices

• Review and reconcile bank statements on a regular basis to ensure accuracy

• Perform AP balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

• Review and manage open Purchase Orders

• Ensure all supplier accounts are reconciled against supplier statements

• Schedule and process payments per company policy

• Manage vendor payment queries

• Process staff expenses and approvals

• Monitor daily cash flows, ensuring sufficient funds are available for operations

• Provide weekly and monthly reports to regulated gaming authorities, ensuring compliance with regulations

• Support monthly Management Accounts and journal entries

• Assist with financial audits

Role Requirements:

• Proficiency in Excel

• Excellent attention to detail

• Excellent organisational skills

• A strong ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment

• A methodical and focused approach to working in a fluid and flexible work environment

• Good communication skills

• 1+ years of public practice experience

• Experience with Light Inc. accounting software is desirable

• Experience with working with auditors - desirable but not essential

• Part-qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) - desirable but not essential

• Degree in Accounting or related business field - desirable but not essential

• Have worked or are curious to work in an agile, start-up like environment

• Have experience or are keen to work in a multi-disciplinary team/across different teams

Our Values

Our values are at the heart of everything we do - guiding how we work, collaborate, and innovate. They reflect what we expect of ourselves and each other to deliver the best results, while fostering a positive, high-performing environment:

• Push to Win: We set ambitious goals and relentlessly pursue them, always striving for excellence.

• Make Others Better: We lift each other up, share knowledge, and celebrate team success over individual achievement.

• Give a Shit: We care deeply about our work, our users, and the impact we make.

• Be a Pro: We take ownership, act with integrity, and consistently deliver to a high standard.

• Bring the Energy: We bring positivity, curiosity, and enthusiasm to everything we do, inspiring those around us.

Culture Fit

These values define how we succeed as a team. If this isn’t you, this may not be the right place. We hire people who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and ambitious environment.

Perks & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside a dynamic, collaborative environment where your work truly makes an impact and your voice is heard. Our team is diverse, driven, and ambitious - united by a strong work ethic and a hunger to innovate and win.

Our benefits are designed around Health, Wealth,and Development, supporting you both professionally and personally.

These include:

• Stock Options: Vest over 4 years - your success is our success.

• Pension Scheme: Competitive plan via Aviva, with up to 6% matched contributions if you opt in.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.

• Enhanced Parental Leave: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you through life’s most important moments.

• Stay Fuelled: Enjoy fresh, chef-made breakfast and lunch every day, plus a constant supply of fruit, snacks, tea, coffee and soft drinks because great work starts with great food.

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme: Support for sustainable commuting and staying active.

• Learning & Development: £1,000 annual education budget for courses, conferences, books, or training.

• Holiday: 25 days paid leave + bank holidays, with the option to carry over 5 days.

• Flexible Working: Hybrid model with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home to fit your lifestyle.

• Team Energy: Regular socials, hackathons, and events because collaboration and fun go hand-in-hand.