Financial Services Assistant
This is an exciting opportunity to join our financial services team as a trainee accountant. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts, maintaining and reconciling the general ledger and supporting financial records.
* Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts by gathering and analyzing data from various sources.
* Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and supporting financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
* Support the month-end accounts receivable process by generating and issuing sales invoices, managing customer payments, and resolving any discrepancies that may arise.
* Conduct daily reconciliations to identify and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
* Support on expenses by processing and monitoring corporate expense claims in a timely and accurate manner.
* Monitor cash flow and prepare daily or weekly cash reports as required.
* Support the month-end and year-end close processes by ensuring all journals, accruals, and prepayments are accurately recorded.
* Collaborate with the wider finance and operations team to ensure financial data accuracy and support business decisions.
* Support external audits and respond to queries as required.
* Participate in process improvement initiatives, finance systems updates, and integrations to enhance operational efficiency.
Requirements
* Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics.
* Actively studying or planning to study towards a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or similar).
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Good working knowledge of Excel.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* A proactive, curious mindset and eagerness to learn.
* Ability to work well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
* Interest in the fintech industry and technology-led finance operations.
Benefits
1. Comprehensive healthcare plan.
2. Flexible hours with the option to work your 5 days across any 5 days.
3. Flexible Working Policy with a combination of remote and office working.
4. Lifework days: half day each quarter to get your life work done.
5. 23 days annual leave + 2 CluneTech Holidays (Christmas Eve & Good Friday) plus additional days with length of service.
6. Paid leaves including IVF / pregnancy assistance, pregnancy loss, marriage, maternity, and paternity leave.
7. Employee-led CSR Programme, CluneTech Cares, with one paid Volunteer Day per year.
8. Death in Service Benefit.
9. Milestone Recognition Programme.
10. Travel benefits including Cycle to Work & Circle K Fuel Card.
11. Professional & Personal Development.
12. Rewards & Recognition.
13. Employee Wellbeing Programme.
14. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
15. Meeting Free Days - a specific no meeting day where we encourage no meetings so you (and your team) can focus on getting things done.