The company

As more and more advanced technology is used in the Automotive/ Transportation sector, we present exciting opportunities to join a growing company at a pivotal time in our industry. We are a successful Cambridge (UK) based technology spin-out; and we are leading the way in finding creative, innovative, and above all, effective ways to make time spent in-vehicle more entertaining and productive. Our connectivity and telematics software and hardware products are deployed in over 35 million vehicles and counting, across 15 of the world’s largest automotive OEMs, including VW Group, Toyota, Honda, Stellantis and many more. We supply our software across the automotive ecosystem to equipment suppliers such as Bosch, Panasonic, Clarion, Pioneer, and device vendors such as Sony and HTC. Multiple emergency services and logistics customers are adopting our latest award-winning Cobalt Cube® hardware product across the globe.

The role

Reporting to the CEO this role offers an exciting opportunity for a top-quality, hands-on Accountant to work for a globally recognised company, acknowledged as a leader in its field. You will be responsible for the provision of high-quality finance support and financial information to key stakeholders. To achieve this, your responsibilities will include ensuring all ledger postings are accurate, preparing management accounts including accruals and prepayments, and assisting with the annual audit preparation. You’ll play a key role in processing complex multi-currency reconciliations of key debtors and balance sheets.

In addition, you’ll also be responsible for purchase and sales ledgers including credit control, reconciliation and input of banks, credit cards, petty cash, daily banking and managing payroll with our external provider. In addition to the operational and other adhoc finance responsibilities this role offers excellent scope for personal growth and professional development. Being a start-up, this role is varied and allows the successful candidate room for expansion within their role, and rapid progression.

 You

• are qualified (ACA/CIMA) or qualified by experience
• have recent experience with SAGE 50 or 200
• are able to work with minimum supervision
• are numerically literate with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• can understand and manipulate spreadsheets to at least intermediate level
• have a keen interest in Finance and in developing a career in the profession
• have finance experience in a commercial business environment, including previous experience of accounts up to trial balance
• are experienced in managing confidential and sensitive information
• have excellent communication skills, including face to face, telephone and written communication skills
• possess excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• have a professional, proactive, friendly and flexible approach
• have Advanced IT skills including working with Microsoft Office

 Anything else?

• As well as the above, if you have any of the desired experience below then we would like to know about it!
• Experience in a technology start-up company
• Ability to accurately model different business models
• An understanding of software licensing and IP protection
• Input into company strategy formulation
• Introduction of business processes and operational management
• Contract negotiation
• Sales management, forecasting and reporting

Benefits

We are offering a unique opportunity to join our team, working for a successful, growing company with a recognised global brand and great potential and vision. If you are successful, you will be compensated with an attractive package which will be appropriate to your skills and experience. We also offer generous benefits, including a contributory pension, and private dental and medical care.

This is a part or full-time post, based in our central Cambridge offices, but we believe in a healthy work/life balance and are happy to accommodate flexible home/office working arrangements.