Head of Accounting

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Primer Full time
Unlock Your Potential as a Head of Accounting at Primer

Join a dynamic team of innovators at Primer, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial future. As our Head of Accounting, you'll be responsible for building a scalable back-office foundation to support Primer's growth.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Establish and implement accounting policies and procedures
  • Design and develop internal controls for key financial processes
  • Build and manage a high-performing accounting team
  • Develop and implement efficient AR collectability strategies
  • Perform and drive monthly, quarterly, and yearly close activities
  • Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and innovation
Requirements:
  • 10+ years of commercial and managerial experience
  • Big 4 exposure to audit, accounting, and risk reviews
  • Previous experience with VAT and tax compliance activities
  • Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) and strong understanding of IFRS
  • Led accounting teams in a multi-location setup
  • Experience in building and scaling new teams fully remote
  • Experience in rolling out and working with finance systems
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary and equity package
  • Uncapped holiday and flexible working arrangements
  • Co-working space access and workations
  • Generous learning budget and medical insurance
  • A broad set of additional perks and benefits

At Primer, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We welcome applications from candidates who share our values and are passionate about shaping the future of payments.



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