Accountant - Contract
Smarkets is a betting exchange for sports and political trading that has handled over £29 billion in volume since 2010. Our company mission is to fix the betting industry with the best products and best prices. We are upending the sports betting industry by growing a transparent platform that offers the best value for bettors, with the fairest odds, best technology and a superior customer experience.
Smarkets is a Series B tech company that brings a professional, product-led approach to our mission. We embrace collaboration, trust, innovation and scientific rigour, while we celebrate ambitious goals and passionate energy. Our culture rewards people on merit and excellence and we strive to provide a working environment where recognition, challenges, support, collaboration, interesting benefits and shared meals provided by our chefs mix together to let you unlock your potential, grow with us and become your best self.
Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our betting trading technology landscape.
We are seeking a qualified accountant on a contract basis to assist with accounts production for our group. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in financial accounting and be familiar with CCH software. In addition to core responsibilities related to accounts production, the individual will be expected to contribute to various ad hoc finance tasks as needed.
About the RoleThe Responsibilities include:
Accounts Production
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary financial data.
- Utilize CCH software proficiently for efficient accounts production.
Ad Hoc Finance Tasks
- Contribute to internal financial reporting requirements.
- Assist with any other ad hoc finance tasks as assigned.
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
- Experience in gambling industry is desirable.
- Proven experience in financial accounting and accounts production.
- CCH software experience is essential.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Xero account software is desirable.
- Well-versed in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
- Push to win
- Make others better
- Give a shit
- Be a pro
- Bring the energy
Our values are at the heart of everything that we do. We believe these are the fundamentals to ensure we are delivering what’s expected of us in the best way possible for ourselves and for those around us.
BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary package and benefits, along with a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Your work with us will make an impact and your voice will be heard.We are a diverse team with a strong work ethic and plenty of hunger to win. We have designed our benefits offering around Health, Wealth, Lifestyle and Development.
These include:
- Stock options which vests over 4 years
- Pension scheme - An impressive pension scheme via Aviva. We will match 6% if you choose the same
- Health insurance
- Fresh fruit and snacks provided in the office everyday! (tea, coffee, soft drinks also included)
- We’re a member of a cycle-to-work scheme
- We want to continue to invest in all our employees and do so by providing a £1000 yearly education budget that can be used on courses, conferences, books or training
- 25 days paid holiday + bank holidays to enjoy - you have the choice to carry over 5 days to the next year!
- Flexible working - we want to provide a hybrid model approach to working and provide you with 2 days a week working from home.
- 20 days a year of global working - we provide the ability to work from anywhere in the world for up to 20 days a year.
- We will provide you lunch everyday in the office - you don’t need to worry about feeding your belly as we have it sorted with top quality food served by our in-house Chef Alex!