Senior Finance Associate

2 weeks ago

Marlow Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Fourteen Capital Full time

About Us:

Fourteen is a dynamic and innovative start-up private equity and support company based on the outskirts of the vibrant town of Marlow. We specialise in investing in a diverse portfolio of start-up companies and smaller businesses looking to scale, primarily within the Recruitment Sector.

Role Overview:

As the Senior Finance Associate you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth financial operations for clients within the portfolio as well as for Fourteen. You will collaborate closely with our clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional financial support and reporting.

This role will be the first hire into a growing Finance department and will be an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented finance individual, to take ownership of, lead and eventually grow the critical finance function with support from the CEO.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration:

Process and manage the finance functions for both Fourteen and our diverse client portfolio including:

  • Raising invoices & credits
  • Sending client statements
  • Managing credit control
  • Completing Supplier payment runs
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Cashflow management
  • Processing expenses for both our company founders, and those of our clients
  • Managing & processing client payrolls
  • Liaising with accountants on quarterly VAT returns, Management Accounts, Statutory Accounts and dividend calculations

Financial Reporting:

Be responsible for the month-end close process for our portfolio clients and Fourteen including:

  • Sales reconciliation
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Month end journals including Accruals/Prepayment, salary, commission and corp tax
  • P&L Collation
  • Balance Sheet Reconciliations
  • Sales metrics collation
  • Creation of Board Packs

Preparing weekly reports for action by the Clients including Aged Debt and AP reports

Budgets & Forecasts:

  • Assist in the creation of annual budgets liaising directly with the Clients
  • Assist in the creation of a financial plans for New Prospects
  • Working closely with internal teams, providing ad hoc reporting to allow Management to make effective strategic decisions

Client and Portfolio Support:

  • Act as a point of contact for our start-up clients, addressing their financial needs and queries
  • Participate in client meetings where appropriate

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • A minimum of 2 years experience in a finance role, preferably managing multiple clients
  • An understanding of accounting principals, and experience with month end processing, management accounts and financial reporting
  • Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Xero, Microsoft Excel, Float).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management and record-keeping.
  • Excellent organisational, multitasking, and time management skills.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-focused approach.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Preferred:

  • Familiarity with recruitment start-up and investment sector practices.

Benefits:

· Competitive salary

· Pension

· Parking

· Access to the Company’s employee perks

· Hybrid working model (work 1 day from home)

· Opportunities for professional growth and development.

· Engaging and dynamic start-up environment.

· Modern and engaging offices based at Marlow International Parkway, with full canteen/restaurant and shower facilities onsite

If you are an ambitious and motivated individual with a passion for supporting start-ups and a strong financial acumen, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a great fit for this role. We look forward to welcoming an enthusiastic new member to our team

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