ABOUT US

Elder is a dynamic scale-up revolutionising the care industry by connecting older adults to self-employed carers through an innovative technology-driven introductory model. We are committed to using data-driven insights to continuously improve outcomes for our customers and carers.

Requirements - Essential

• Part qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA) or looking to start studying and keen to progress
• Solid understanding of core accounting functions, particularly AP, AR, accruals, and prepayments
• Strong knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets: up to and including vlookups
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn within a high-performing finance team
• Excellent prioritisation skills and the ability to plan and deliver activities according to an agreed schedule
• Team player: happy to work collaboratively and support where needed
• Ability to effectively communicate with other Elders, both finance and non-finance and with our customers / suppliers
• A keen interest in understanding the interaction of our systems and processes to ensure internal efficiency and scalabilit

• Ownership of the Accounts Receivable function including:
• Managing the timely and accurate import of sales invoices into the finance system
• Reconciling receipts from customers into the correct accounts
• Credit control and query management
• Driving collaboration with the Customer Experience team to resolve queries and ensure timely payment
• Weekly/monthly reporting on the aged debt function
• Quarterly write off investigation
• Championing improvements in the accounts receivable process
• Ownership of the Accounts Payable process, from processing invoices to supplier payment runs and communication.
• Daily bank reconciliations
• Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations including bank, accruals, prepayments and other key accounts
• Support the Financial Controller with other month end and annual statutory audit requirements
• Work closely with the Financial Controller and Head of Finance to improve processes and controls
• Preparation of quarterly VAT returns
• Provide cover for the Financial Controller
• Ad-hoc requests and project work as required

Requirements - Essential

• Part qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA) or looking to start studying and keen to progress
• Solid understanding of core accounting functions, particularly AP, AR, accruals, and prepayments
• Strong knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets: up to and including vlookups
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn within a high-performing finance team
• Excellent prioritisation skills and the ability to plan and deliver activities according to an agreed schedule
• Team player: happy to work collaboratively and support where needed
• Ability to effectively communicate with other Elders, both finance and non-finance and with our customers / suppliers
• A keen interest in understanding the interaction of our systems and processes to ensure internal efficiency and scalability