[Hiring] Financial Accountant @Xplor

Role Description

Reporting into our Finance Manager, this role is responsible for the many aspects of the month end close process and for the fulfilment of other obligations such as tax and statutory reporting. We are looking for someone who is genuinely interested in the FinTech landscape, with solid financial accounting and reporting experience and a desire to support with automating and streamlining processes.

• Managing the general ledger including overseeing the monthly balance sheet, banking and inter-company reconciliations
• Production of IFRS consolidated results and stand alone financial statements
• Key team member involved in pro-actively ensuring the Group’s financial accounting and reporting remains compliant with the relevant accounting standards
• Preparation of monthly financial reports covering balance sheet, profit and loss, internal management reports and cashflow statements
• Completion of the monthly prepayments, accruals, journals, fixed assets and depreciation schedules
• Liaison with external Auditors, Bank Managers, ONS and Tax specialists
• Assisting in process improvement and systems enhancement initiatives
• Proactively identify new initiatives that could benefit the organisation

This role is fully remote across the UK, with occasional meet-ups at our Newcastle office.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in an accounting role
• Experience within a Chartered Accounting firm is advantageous
• Exposure to working with the APAC region is highly desirable
• Strong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of business operations
• Highly organised and deadline-driven, with excellent attention to detail
• A critical thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Confident negotiator, able to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to analyse data and identify trends, insights, and anomalies
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
• A professional accounting qualification, or actively working towards one (e.g. AAT or ACCA)

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave benefit programs
• #GiveBackDays/Commitment to social impact – 3 extra days off to volunteer and give back to your local community
• Ongoing dedication to Diversity & Inclusion initiatives such as D&I Council, Global Mentorship Program
• Access to free mental health support
• Flexible working arrangements