Management Accountant

Who we are:

As a leading European retail investment marketplace, Crowdcube raises finance for Europe's hottest high-growth businesses by giving investors the opportunity to back businesses they believe in. Having amassed an investor community of over 1 million people, which has funded over 1,000 businesses, Crowdcube was named the most active investor in private equity in 2020.

Crowdcube was inspired by an unshakable belief in entrepreneurs that dream big, push at the edges and want to make a difference. Our mission is to democratise investment, helping to fuel the next generation of business who want to leave a mark on the world.

Since founding in 2011, we’ve successfully funded over 1,000 campaigns with brands from across the globe, such as Monzo, Brewdog, Grind, Cowboy, Chip and what3words.

What you will be doing:

Working within the Accounting & Finance team to provide key insights and accurate reporting used to drive decision making across the business.

Day to day you will:

• Month End Procedure including processing and reconciling invoices and month end reporting

• Audit Preparation and support

• Assist with preparation of Management and Statutory accounts

• Accruals and prepayments schedules

• Preparing reports and coordinating with the Head of Finance operations for commentaries and variance analysis

• Leading the accounts payable and receivable

• Execute and manage processes of internal controls and procedures

• HMRC submissions such as VAT return

• Improve and manage reporting procedures and system implementation projects when required

Requirements:

• Must have knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets.

• At least 1-2 years of relevant experience

• The ability to think critically and solve problems

• Studying/Part Qualified (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)

Ideally you will:

• Have an analytical approach to work

• Have problem-solving skills and initiative

• Show strong attention to detail and an investigative nature

• Be a great communicator and team player

• Eager to learn and develop professionally and personally

• Comfortable working in a fast-changing business

What we are offering:

We like to nurture talent and ensure members of our team develop and hone their skills through training, attending conferences and subscriptions to online courses. We’re passionate and hard-working, and we take care of our team:

• £35-40k DOE

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + holiday for tenure

• Pension Scheme at 4% matched (UK Residents Only)

• Private Medical Scheme with AXA including dental and optical cash plans

• Access to Healing Clouds, a mental health platform

• Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)

• Access to Sunlight - a learning & development platform with a £1,000 training and wellness budget per year

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Weekly demos to show what we're working on, monthly team meetings

• Company perks such as fruit, snacks, fitness classes and office beers

• Company outings and activities (previous fun included a trip to a gin distillery, karaoke, charity football match, Square Mile Relay, bowling and a day at River Cottage)

Our interview process typically consists of an initial phone screen, an interview with the hiring manager and a task, followed by a final interview with other members of the team. There aren't any trick questions and the task will typically be based on a real scenario the team have worked on.

Our policy is to employ the best-qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or disability.

We are a flexible workplace. Cuber Choice enables Cubers and future Cubers to do their best work, in whatever way is best for them and the business. We commit to treating all employees equally, whether they are home or office-based. We do not reward presenteeism but focus on impact. Employees may choose a different work schedule to meet personal or family needs. This includes early finishes, late starts, selecting your own working hours, and you may also choose to split your time between home and office.