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 dynamic fintech SaaS company in Leeds is looking for a Finance & Accounts Assistant to support the CFO and manage day-to-day finance operations. This role involves accounts payable, receivable, month-end closing, and requires expertise in double-entry bookkeeping and Xero. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position offers excellent professional growth opportunities with a well-funded company poised for significant market expansion.

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 and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Xero.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable including processing invoices and preparing payment runs.
• Oversee accounts receivable, raising sales invoices and allocating receipts.
• Provide support for month-end close and assist with management accounts.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Xero proficiency

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Job description

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Finance & Accounts Assistant

Salary: £25k-£28k

Company Description: VC-backed fintech SaaS

Job Description

Join a dynamic, fast-growing fintech SaaS as a Finance & Accounts Assistant, directly supporting the CFO and external bookkeepers. This pivotal role ensures the smooth, accurate, and timely processing of all day-to-day finance operations, from accounts payable / receivable to payroll and month-end reporting, contributing significantly to the company's financial health and operational efficiency.

Location: Leeds, UK

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, including processing invoices, reconciling statements, and preparing payment runs
• Oversee accounts receivable, raising sales invoices, allocating receipts, and chasing overdue balances
• Provide comprehensive support for month‑end close, posting journals, reconciling key accounts, and assisting with management accounts

The ideal candidate

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

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