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Finance Assistant - Part-Time

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Cytora

22d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • United Kingdom
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a finance/accounting degree, Xero experience, strong communication skills, teamwork ability, independence, deadline management, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and double-entry basics.
  • You will manage accounts, process VAT and payroll, maintain ledgers, assist with management accounts, support audits, and handle expenses while fostering supplier and customer relationships.

Requirements

  • Degree in Finance and Accounting or similar
  • Previous experience with using Xero
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Great team player
  • The ability to work independently and to work on tight deadlines
  • Competent in Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint etc
  • Basic understanding of double entry

Responsibilities

  • Managing accounts email address and developing strong relationships with suppliers and customers
  • Managing and processing quarterly VAT
  • Managing monthly task schedules, bookkeeping and all ledgers (sales/purchases)
  • Assist in preparation of the managements accounts and ad hoc finance tasks (accruals, prepayments, fixed asset register)
  • Assisting with payroll and pension uploads
  • Supporting finance team during audit period and fund raise
  • Processing expenses

FAQs

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a part-time position, roughly 2 days a week.

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Finance Assistant role?

A degree in Finance and Accounting or a similar field is required.

What software will I need to be familiar with for this role?

Previous experience using Xero is required, along with competence in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Will I need to assist with payroll?

Yes, you will be assisting with payroll and pension uploads as part of the role.

What kind of tasks will I be responsible for on a daily basis?

You will manage accounts email, process quarterly VAT, handle bookkeeping, assist in management accounts preparation, process expenses, and support finance during audits and fundraising.

Is this role suitable for someone with little experience?

Yes, this is an entry-level role ideal for someone looking to gain valuable work experience.

Where is the company located?

Cytora is a remote-first company, meaning you can be located anywhere in the UK.

Does Cytora provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Cytora is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, not discriminating on the basis of race, religion, gender, or other statuses.

How many hours will I be expected to work each week?

The role is part-time, roughly amounting to about 16 hours per week (2 days).

Will I need to handle VAT processing?

Yes, managing and processing quarterly VAT is one of the responsibilities of the role.

Powering the future of commercial insurance.

Technology
Industry
51-200
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cytora is the configurable platform that enables commercial insurers to create digital workflows by digitising, evaluating and routing risks. Cytora digitises every incoming risk, augments them with additional data sources, evaluates them against multiple rules including appetite and priority, and routes them to downstream systems for automated or manual underwriting. Member of the 2020 Tech Nation Future Fifty 8.0 Cohort Member of the 2020 Insurance Post Insurtech 100 WINNER - DIAmond Award, DIA Amsterdam 2019 SILVER - Excellence in Technology - Service Provider, Insurance Times 2019 WINNER - Best AI Product In Insurance, CogX Innovation Awards 2019 WINNER - Risk-Modelling Technology of the Year, Insurance Times Awards 2018

Culture & Values

  • Start with the customer

    We consider the customer first, developing a genuine understanding of their world to ensure we build useful products that deliver measurable value.

  • Ship fast and iterate

    We move fast. The sooner we ship the faster we learn. Speed will define our success - perfection comes later.

  • Impact, not ego

    We work with humility and empathy. We prioritise what is right for the company, regardless of the task or glory associated with it.

  • Slay dragons

    We work together to attack the most valuable problems, bravely and decisively. We ignore low impact problems to focus on what's important.

Benefits

  • Remote-first

    Cytorians can choose to work from any location they desire, no longer restricted by the unnecessary demands of a physical office.

  • Work abroad budget

    £2000 for every Cytorian each year, empowering and encouraging us to work beyond our regular spaces.

  • Flexible hours

    Core hours of 10-4pm, embodying our belief of a strong work/life balance.

  • Vitality private healthcare

    Providing health cover and encouraging a healthier lifestyle through discounts, offers and exclusive opportunities driven by your efforts.

  • Parental leave

    Moving away from the typical maternity/paternity leave, instead focusing on primary and secondary leave. Primary leave is 18 weeks whilst secondary leave is 6 weeks, instead of the statutory 1-2. We have no requirement for tenure to qualify for this benefit.