Assistant Financial Accountant

Elder • London, UK • 2d ago

Finance · London · Hybrid

Assistant Financial Accountant

Assistant Financial Accountant

About us

Elder is a dynamic scale-up revolutionising the care industry by connecting older adults to self-employed carers through an innovative technology-driven introductory model. We are committed to using data-driven insights to continuously improve outcomes for our customers and carers.

About the role

Ownership of the Accounts Receivable function including:
Managing the timely and accurate import of sales invoices into the finance system
Reconciling receipts from customers into the correct accounts
Credit control and query management
Driving collaboration with the Customer Experience team to resolve queries and ensure timely payment
Weekly/monthly reporting on the aged debt function
Quarterly write off investigation
Championing improvements in the accounts receivable process
Ownership of the Accounts Payable process, from processing invoices to supplier payment runs and communication.
Daily bank reconciliations
Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations including bank, accruals, prepayments and other key accounts
Support the Financial Controller with other month end and annual statutory audit requirements
Work closely with the Financial Controller and Head of Finance to improve processes and controls
Preparation of quarterly VAT returns
Provide cover for the Financial Controller
Ad-hoc requests and project work as required

Requirements - Essential

Part qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA) or looking to start studying and keen to progress
Solid understanding of core accounting functions, particularly AP, AR, accruals, and prepayments
Strong knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets: up to and including vlookups
Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn within a high-performing finance team
Excellent prioritisation skills and the ability to plan and deliver activities according to an agreed schedule
Team player: happy to work collaboratively and support where needed
Ability to effectively communicate with other Elders, both finance and non-finance and with our customers / suppliers
A keen interest in understanding the interaction of our systems and processes to ensure internal efficiency and scalability

Nice to have

Experience in a complex billing environment
Experience with card and direct debit payment methods

Benefits

We’re a service business and we know that without the best people, we cannot build the best company which is why we treat our team very well. We can offer:

Competitive Salary + Company Bonus
25 days holiday + bank holidays + 1 extra day holiday for every year worked up to 5 years
Dental and health insurance
Hybrid office (2 days in the office)
Learning and education budget
Sponsored quarterly team and company socials
Mentoring and coaching programmes to help you achieve your personal and career goals
Macbook + any particular extras you require
Cycle-to-work scheme
AND a genuine opportunity to be a very key part of a high-growth business

Do something you genuinely care about. Join a diverse team of skilled, passionate and progressive people who like to get on with each other. Work at one of Europe’s fastest-growing scale-ups. Apply today.

Elderly care represents one of society’s greatest challenges. Are you ready to be part of the solution? Apply today.

Elder recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion,

Department: Finance
Locations: London
Remote status: Hybrid

Contact Ray Baptiste Head of Talent Attraction – People

London

Our Perks & Benefits

Getting set up

You’ll get your very own Mac, and if working from home, we can do a quick assessment to ensure you have everything you need - from screens and keyboards to a comfy office chair.
Hybrid working

At Elder, you can split your time between working remotely and from our HQ, and you can even work abroad for up to 30 days a year.
Flexible working hours

Not a morning person? Need to pick the kids up in the afternoon? We’ll help you figure out daily hours that work for you and the business. There are only set shifts for our frontline teams.
Supporting your wellbeing

You’ll have access to free individual therapy and mental health support sessions via Vitality, and the chance to keep fit and beat the commuter crowds with our cycle to work scheme.
Free drinks and snacks

We stock our kitchen with plenty of fruit and have unlimited tea, coffee and soft drinks to fuel you up for the day. Plus, on Fridays, we keep the beer fridge full to get the weekend started.
Pay for new parents

Whether you or your partner is having a baby, or you have decided to adopt, we give new mums and dads 12 weeks of flexible parental cover at full pay.
Rollover holiday time

We all need a good break, so with Elder you’ll get 25 days off a year, plus bank holidays. If you don’t use them all up, you can carry some over to the next year too.
Pension scheme

Working in the care sector means we know the importance of getting our finances in shape for when we’re older. It’s why we help contribute towards your pension.
Stock options

You do your share of the work, so it’s only right that you should get your share of the success. Everyone who works here gets the opportunity to own a stake in the company.
Inspiring learning and CSR

From guest speakers on LGBTQ initiatives and mental health to interactive workshops and weekly spotlights, we love to share knowledge, raise awareness and shake up unconscious bias.
Growth and personal development

You’ll have access to 100’s online courses via e-learning platforms, the chance to take part in our internal Mentoring Programme, as well as daily opportunities to learn about real-life business in a disruptive scale-up, and grow and contribute beyond your role.
A jam-packed social calendar

Whether it’s down the pub after work, at your team’s sponsored quarterly social, or at an annual offsite Elder party, you’ll really get to know everyone
at the company.
Exclusive discounts

From coffee and cinema tickets to phone contracts and Apple gadgets, our Perkbox discounts can help to make your money go a bit further.
Cycle-to-work scheme

With a fully-flexible cycle-to- work scheme, you can avoid being squashed onto the tube and get the bike you want from the shop you want. For a leaner, greener way to work.
Referral scheme

Know someone who would be a brilliant fit here at Elder? As an Elder employee, you can earn bonuses each time you successfully refer a new member of the team.

Workplace Culture & Diversity

A vibrant community with care at its heart.

Our people aren’t just part of a team, they’re part of something bigger. We’re a close-knit group on a mission to reinvent what it means to age.

Elder is built around the idea that everyone should keep control, choice and independence throughout their lives. This doesn’t just apply to our customers, but to everyone who works with us too. We’re big believers in giving everyone the space, and the support they need to run with their own ideas, and ultimately shine.

It’s something that’s helped us to evolve a positive and welcoming too. Whether it’s through our weekly company catch-ups, team spotlights, or our social events, bringing people together allows us to celebrate different perspectives, experiences and talents – ensuring everyone feels like a true part of the team.

Finance · London · Hybrid