Financial Accountant

Jack & Jill/External ATS; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing beauty tech startup in London is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations and ensure operational stability. The role offers ownership of month-end processes and supplier relationships within a remote-first environment, emphasizing communication and organizational skills. Candidates should have proven experience in finance operations, particularly Xero and cash flow management, and thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance operations or transactional finance.
• Strong grasp of Xero software and cash flow management.
• Methodical communicator with negotiation capability.

Responsibilities

• Execute the month-end close process, including revenue recognition and accruals.
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle and supplier mapping.
• Partner with operations teams for tracking inventory and reporting.

Skills

Finance operations

Xero

Cash flow management

Supplier negotiations

Organizational skills

Job description

Financial Accountant

Company Description: Purpose‑led beauty tech startup

Job Description

You will own day‑to‑day financial operations for a fast‑growing, innovation‑driven brand. By maintaining visibility over short‑term cash flows and managing supplier relationships, you ensure operational stability. This hands‑on role sits at the heart of the business, requiring a detail‑oriented professional to manage reconciliations, month‑end reporting, and cross‑functional cost allocation effectively.

Location

London, UK (Remote)

Why this role is remarkable

• Take full ownership of financial operations in a mission‑driven business redefining a global consumer industry.
• Join a well‑funded, founder‑led startup experiencing rapid global growth across manufacturing and retail channels.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote‑first environment while remaining central to critical business decisions and strategy.

What you will do

• Execute the month‑end close process, including revenue recognition, accruals, and preparing comprehensive P&L and Balance Sheet reports.
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle and supplier mapping to ensure smooth relationships with manufacturers and logistics partners.
• Partner with operations teams to track inventory movements and R&D spend, ensuring accurate cost tagging for tax and reporting.

The ideal candidate

• Proven experience in finance operations or transactional finance with a strong grasp of Xero and cash flow management.
• Methodical and proactive communicator capable of managing complex supplier negotiations and internal stakeholder approvals.
• Highly organized professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys building structured processes from the ground up.