About Qargo
Qargo is a tech scale-up with offices based in London and Ghent. We are on a mission to transform the transportation industry by making it more efficient, profitable, and sustainable. Together we are building the most user-friendly and intuitive Transport Management System (TMS) on the market that automates administrative processes and optimizes planning. To help us achieve our mission and support our growth we’re looking for a Finance Assistant.
💼 About the Role
As an integral part of our finance team, you’ll primarily focus on Accounts Payable, while also supporting Accounts Receivable when needed. We're a fast-paced environment, so the ability to work quickly and accurately on your own initiative is key.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable:
- Take ownership of purchase/supplier relationships and act as the first point of contact for all accounts payable queries.
- Keep the purchase ledger accurate and up-to-date while ensuring payments go out on time.
- Secure approvals for purchase invoices and make sure weekly and monthly payments stay within credit terms.
- Review and process employee expense reimbursements efficiently.
Accounts Receivable:
- Support customer invoicing for new, recurring, and ad hoc billings when needed.
- Monitor customer payments, follow up on overdue invoices, and resolve any remittance or payment queries.
Other Finance Responsibilities:
- Contribute to month-end closing tasks and reporting.
- Work closely with other departments to keep financial data accurate and aligned.
- Jump into ad-hoc finance projects and help drive continuous improvement.
Administrative:
- Oversee office supplies and order staff equipment when needed.
- Manage incoming and outgoing post for the business.
- Act as a point of contact with building management.
✅ Requirements
- Highly organised with a sharp eye for detail.
- Proactive self-starter, eager to grow and learn.
- Strong communicator with a positive attitude and great interpersonal skills.
- Energetic and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
🎓 Qualifications & Experience
- Entry level to 2 years+ of experience in AP/Finance.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles.
- Strong technical and analytical skills, proficient in Microsoft Excel.
🌟 Preferred Skills
- Experience with Xero is a big plus!
- Familiarity with multi-entity or international business environments.
- Written knowledge of French and/or Dutch earns you bonus points.
🤝 We offer
- A competitive salary package, including all the necessary extra benefits.
- Great growth opportunities within a strongly growing company.
- A flexible work environment (flexible working hours, possibility to work from home,…).
- A green office in Holborn, next to Covent Garden in London.
- A great company culture!
💡 We’d love to get to know you beyond your CV - so part of the application includes a short 2-3 minute video presentation. It’s a great way for you to introduce yourself and share what excites you about this role!
