Associate / Accountant (Graduate)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Finance Associate / Accountant (Graduate) to join their FinOps team. This full-time role focuses on delivering management insight and understanding accounting technology while studying to become a qualified accountant. Responsibilities include using cloud accounting systems, preparing VAT returns, and managing payroll updates. The position offers a competitive salary, study package, and various benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus (up to 10%)

Pension contributions via Salary Exchange

Company share options

Study package (tuition, study days, bonuses for passing exams)

25 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Phone allowance (BYOD)

Qualifications

• Degree in business, finance, or accounting preferred.
• Enjoy working with clients and understanding their needs.

Responsibilities

• Using cloud accounting systems for accurate record-keeping.
• Preparing VAT returns and payment files for clients.
• Completing month-end activities like prepayments and accruals.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Client Satisfaction Orientation

Proactive Questioning

Strong Computer Skills

Education

Degree of 2:1 or higher

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage One/Live

Job description

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Client:

flinder

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

London FinOps - Full-time

We're looking for a Finance Associate / Accountant (Graduate) to join our growing FinOps team in London, serving clients in sectors like Tech, SaaS, and e-commerce, mainly in London and South East.

You will work within a pod to deliver all aspects of our Smart Finance Function, focusing on management insight, while studying as an apprentice to become a qualified accountant. The role emphasizes understanding the latest accounting technology and delivering client value.

What you’ll be doing

• Using cloud accounting systems (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage One/Live) for accurate record-keeping.
• Performing bank reconciliations, processing receipts and payments.
• Preparing VAT returns and payment files for clients.
• Managing payroll updates and liaising with payroll teams.
• Completing month-end activities like prepayments, accruals, and journals.
• Preparing monthly accounts and reports.
• Supporting finance managers with reporting and closing procedures.
• Participating in workshops and system implementations.
• Providing ad hoc support and developing client relationships.

Who we’re looking for

• Degree of 2:1 or higher, preferably in business, finance, or accounting.
• Enjoyment in working with different clients and understanding their needs.
• Strong computer, data, and process skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
• Proactive questioning to improve quality and processes.
• Client satisfaction orientation.
• Drive for progression within flinder.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping or cloud accounting systems is a plus.

Package

• £25,500 annual salary.
• Discretionary bonus (up to 10%).
• Pension contributions via Salary Exchange.
• Company share options.
• Study package (tuition, study days, bonuses for passing exams).

Holidays

• 25 days annual leave.
• Additional 3 days for Christmas.
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days.

Other benefits

• Annual strategy trip.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Phone allowance (BYOD).

Additional info

Primarily based in London, with occasional travel to client sites. Remote work possible depending on business needs. Your skills and experience will influence your entry level and career progression.

EU candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK post-Brexit.