Senior Financial Accountant – Fintech

Overview

Senior Financial Accountant – Elite Fintech Scale-up

Pearse Portfolio is delighted to have partnered exclusively with a leading fintech business to support the growth of their London Finance team as they continue to scale. Committed to innovation, the company combines advanced technology with deep expertise across financial products and services.

They are searching for a Senior Accountant to support the financial operations of the business, as they continue to double their headcount year on year. They want someone who is hungry and ambitious to join a fast paced, evolving business environment.

The Role:

As Senior Accountant, you will report directly to the Head of Finance and work closely with various company functions including operations and compliance to ensure the smooth running of financial processes. This is a strategic role with real scope to implement and drive process improvements. The company’s flat structure and collaborative culture provide accelerated career development opportunities, as you take on genuine responsibility from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ownership of the day to day accounting, maintaining full compliance with local GAAP / IFRS standards

• Drive month end close processes

• Produce financial statements and supporting workpapers for the annual audit

• Assist with FP&A in key areas such as the forecast and budgeting processes

• Take ownership of yearly corporate tax submissions, coordinating with and managing external advisors throughout

• Play an active role in quarterly and annual regulatory submissions for relevant entities

• Improving processes by streamlining workflows and implementing automation tooling

• Various ad-hoc projects to support the business as they continue to scale

Experience:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

• Proficiency in Excel and ERP / accounting software

• Strong knowledge of financial processes and reporting across multiple entities and currencies

• Genuine interest in fintech and financial products, prior experience is an advantage but not required

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work well with senior stakeholders cross-functionally

• Enjoys working in a fast paced environment