Location
London
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
Finance
About the role
We are looking for a proactive Finance Associate to support a broad range of finance tasks, particularly those related to accounts payable, contractor management, and bookkeeping. This role offers exposure to a wide variety of responsibilities and is ideal for someone early in their finance career who is looking to build practical experience and take ownership of key day-to-day functions.
What you’ll do:
* Process accounts payable and receivable, including drafting and sending invoices and chasing outstanding payments
* Match incoming payments with subscription records to ensure accurate revenue tracking
* Support monthly bank reconciliations and help keep banking records up to date
* Assist with VAT return preparation and submission
* Maintain and update accrual and prepayment schedules
* Comfortable communicating with internal teams and external stakeholders'
* Help manage the contractor payment process including tracking timesheets and chasing late submissions
* Provide administrative support for quarterly Innovate UK claims
* Add new joiners to the payroll system and assist with basic payroll tasks
* Maintain and update spreadsheets used for financial tracking and reporting
* Support general finance admin work as needed
What you’ll bring:
* A strong academic background in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (1st class or high 2:1 degree preferred) OR you have experience within a similar role in a fast growing organisation
* Proficiency with spreadsheets (e.g., Excel or Google Sheets), including basic formulas and data organisation
* Understanding of core financial concepts including double-entry bookkeeping, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations
* Eagerness to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting and learn new systems (QuickBooks experience is a plus, but not required)
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow up proactively with internal and external stakeholders
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in numerical work
* Comfortable managing routine finance tasks and ensuring nothing slips through the cracks
Nice to have:
* Experience in a startup or tech environment
What we can offer you:
* Competitive Salary – We offer a highly competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions.
* Impact & Growth – Join a fast-growing startup where your ideas matter; experiment, innovate, and see your work come to life.
* High-Performance Culture – Work in a truly meritocratic environment alongside ambitious, driven professionals who push each other to excel.
* Prestigious Partnerships – Collaborate with some of the world’s top law firms, financial institutions, and multinational corporations.
* Ongoing Learning & Development – Access top-tier training, mentorship, and continuous support to advance your career.
* Time Off – Enjoy 25 days of holiday per year, plus UK bank holidays, to recharge and unwind.
* Pension Plan – Secure your future with our competitive pension scheme.
* Hybrid Working – We are onsite Tuesdays and Thursdays.
* Enhanced Parental Leave – We support working parents with generous parental leave policies that go far beyond statutory requirements.
* Top-Quality Equipment – Get the tools you need to perform at your best, from cutting-edge tech to ergonomic office setups.
* Travel (both domestic and international) may be required.
About Definely
At Definely, we’re on a mission to simplify the way legal professionals access and understand complex information in legal documents. Trusted by a global community of customers, our LegalTech solutions integrate seamlessly into lawyers' daily workflows, making it easier to draft, review and navigate even the most complex contracts.
Our products provide instant access to essential information, enabling legal teams to review clauses and provisions in context, reduce risk and work more efficiently – all without disrupting their flow. At Definely, we’re dedicated to solving real challenges faced by legal professionals.
Joining Definely means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team that prioritises innovation and people. We create a supportive environment driven by a shared commitment to connection, growth and success.
Recognised in the top 25 of Deloitte's prestigious UK Technology Fast50 in 2023 and backed by Microsoft, Google and Octopus Ventures, we’re trusted by leading law firms and in-house legal teams, including A&O Shearman, Dentons, Deloitte, and Barclays, to streamline their workflows and mitigate risks.
Data Privacy Notice
By submitting your application, you agree that DEFEYENE LEGAL SOLUTIONS LIMITED ('Definely') may collect, process, and store your personal data as part of our recruitment process. We will use the information you provide to assess your qualifications for the role you are applying for and to communicate with you regarding your application.Your personal data will be stored for up to 12 months, after which it will be securely deleted unless we have another lawful basis to retain it. You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your data at any time.For more details on how we handle your personal data and your rights, please send us an email to hr@definely.com and we will send your our privacy policy.
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