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Financial Controller

Finance & BI · London Flexible Remote

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About us

Are you looking to join a talented, diverse team, focused on a life-changing mission, at one of Europe’s fastest-growing tech startups? If yes, then you are in the right place!

We’re one of the UK’s leading tech companies and have joined FutureFifty 8.0 and named as one of the Top 50 Startups to work for in 2020

At Elder, our people aren’t just part of a team, they’re part of something bigger. We are a close-knit group on a mission to fundamentally change what it means to grow old. 

That starts by helping people live a healthier and happier life in their own home, with the support of a full-time live-in carer. Our unique matching technology pairs those in need with their ideal career, based on individual requirements and personality. 

But to join our team, what is it that really matters to us? Well, it matters that you’re unique. It matters that you’re great at what you do, that you put in the hard work. And, obviously, it matters you care as much as we do. 

About the role

Reporting to the CFO you will be joining an award-winning business at an exciting time of our evolution as we focus on scaling up our finance function to support significant business growth. 

As Financial Controller, you will be implementing robust systems, controls and processes to help a business grow in both size and complexity while also supervising and developing the finance team. Working closely with the CFO and Financial Planning Manager, you will engage with the business to ensure clarity with the department heads on budget expectations and, in collaboration with the Financial Reporting Manager, ensure timely and appropriate reporting. 

What you’ll be responsible for

  • Day to day management of the finance function; developing and managing the team
  • Building robust financial processes and controls, ensuring strong financial governance
  • Overseeing financial reporting and working with the Financial Reporting Manager to deliver timely and appropriate financial information
  • Work with the business and the Financial Planning Manager to build the annual financial budget, update company forecasts and ensure appropriate communications to the business and controls on budget spend 
  • Cash Flow monitoring and controls
  • Assist with tax management and company secretarial duties

Need to have

  • A qualified accountant with a strong technical knowledge, especially regarding controls and process implementation; systems implementation an advantage
  • Big company best practice financial experience, combined with the ability to work autonomously in a hands-on fashion
  • Experience in evaluating systems and implementing change within the finance
  • Commercial with the ability to identify opportunities for efficiencies and/or cost savings
  • Strong management and organisational skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines
  • High level of proficiency in MS Excel
  • Professional, pragmatic and confident within a senior role
  • Proven experience of presenting (verbal and written) financial information at a senior level
  • Ability to communicate with key stakeholders, both internal and external, and ability to communicate and work collaboratively with non-finance colleagues and with employees at all levels
  • Excellent attention to detail, good analytical skills, and ability to analyse numbers quickly and accurately and communicate them easily to non-finance colleagues

Benefits

We’re a service business and we know that without the best people, we cannot build the best company which is why we treat our team very well. We can offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Stock Options (We are post-series B & backed by some of the best VC’s in Europe)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Plenty of socials and team lunches
  • Amazing office in the heart of the tech scene in Old Street
  • Flexibility to work from home 3-4 days a week 
  • Macbook + any particular extras you require
  • AND a genuine opportunity to be a very key part of a high growth business.

Elderly care represents one of society’s greatest challenges. Are you ready to be part of the solution? Apply today.

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Why join us?

If joining a talented, diverse team, focused on a life-changing mission, at one of Europe’s fastest-growing startups wasn’t enough, we offer a whole load of other perks.

  • Pension scheme

    In the sector we’re in, we realise the importance of getting our finances in shape for when we’re older. That’s why we’ll help contribute towards your pension

  • Cycle-to-work scheme

    With a fully-flexible cycle-to- work scheme, you can avoid being squashed onto the tube and get the bike you want from the shop you want. For a leaner, greener way to work.

  • Regular reviews

    We know people develop in different ways. Regular reviews may not just result in a raise, but also the opportunity to help you find a new field in which you can flourish.

  • Free fruit and drinks

    With a load of fresh free fruit, you won’t struggle to get your five a day. Plus, when you get to the end of the week, there’s a full fridge of booze to get your weekend started

  • Upgraded social life

    With a weekly bar tab at the local pub, regular all-company socials and an annual offsite, you’ll really get to know everyone in the company.

  • All equipment

    Whatever your role, you’ll get your very own Mac. But we’ll also provide all the tools you need to do your job. All you have to do is ask.

  • Bagel Tuesdays

    Tuesday mornings are all about filling our faces. With options for every dietary requirement, get to the kitchen early to avoid the queues and eat as many bagels as you can.

  • Sensible sick leave

    Mind or body, when you’re ill, you’re ill. You shouldn’t work. We trust you to let us know when you’re under the weather and pay you like it’s any other day.

  • Learn and teach

    We all have our own areas of knowledge. But we think shared understanding helps make everyone’s life richer. Expect to watch and give some perspective-changing talks.

  • Generous holiday

    Time out of work is vital for a more productive time in work. With 25 days off, plus bank holidays, that you’re able to carry over to the following year, you’ll have enough time to rest.

  • Exclusive discounts

    From coffee and cinema tickets to phone contracts and Apple gadgets, with Perkbox and CharlieHR discounts, you’ll notice your money starts to go that little bit further.

  • Interest and sports clubs

    Whether it’s a bit of five-a-side, pursuing the cultural zeitgeist, putting the world to rights, or winning a bit of cash at the poker table, our clubs bring us together to do our own thing.

  • Share options

    You do your share of the work, you should get your share of the success. Everyone who works here gets the opportunity to own a stake in the company.

  • Pay for new parents

    Whether you or your partner has just had a child, or you’ve decided to adopt, new mums and dads get 12 weeks of flexible parental cover at full pay.

  • Discounts on care

    When you’re spending your whole day thinking about social care, it’s only right you can afford care for your own family. We make sure you can with a reduced rate for your loved ones.

Workplace & culture

It’s a group of people who get on, giving everything they’ve got to fundamentally change what it means to age. 

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