Financial Accountant

Overview

This role is within a rapidly growing European Pay by Bank network that enables real-time bank payments combined with financial and identity data. The organization serves sectors including e-commerce, iGaming, and financial services, operating across 22 countries. The Finance team is expanding to support scaling into new markets and geographies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly accounting close process across multiple entities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Lead the preparation of the Annual Report and coordinate the statutory audit process, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors
• Handle VAT reporting, declarations, and payments in coordination with the finance team
• Prepare quarterly and annual regulatory returns
• Verify monthly payroll files, liaise with payroll providers on salary data, and prepare annual social cost reconciliations
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packs for senior management and the board
• Manage capitalization of tangible fixed assets, run monthly amortization and depreciation schedules in NetSuite, and reconcile fixed asset registers to financial statements
• Review aging of trade debtors and creditors to optimize debt control
• Reconcile all corporate bank accounts in NetSuite and maintain the main group reconciliation sheet monthly
• Participate in process improvement projects to enhance finance function efficiency and effectiveness
• Collaborate cross-functionally and globally, demonstrating ownership and self-initiative

Requirements

• Qualified accountant with solid post-qualification industry experience, preferably in a startup environment
• Self-starter capable of working autonomously in a fast-paced startup setting
• Proficiency in NetSuite ERP, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Continuous improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Enthusiastic, hands-on approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience in the payments industry
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting (CBI/FCA and SFSA)
• Experience with safeguarding regulations and audits
• Background in accounting practice, startups, or SMEs

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits aligned with legal requirements

Location

Offices located in London, Milan, and Dublin. The role supports the organization's rapid growth across multiple countries.