Senior Accountant (Fintech) Job at Hackney ECA LP Full Time NEW

Financial Controller | Fintech Lending | London Hybrid | £60,000–£80,000 + EquityWe’re working with a fast-growing London-based fintech lender who are hiring an urgent Financial Controller to join their growing finance function.The business supports UK SMEs through innovative lending and cash-flow management products and has recently secured significant Series A funding. They are now entering a key scaling phase and are looking for a hands-on finance professional who can take ownership across reporting, controls, operations and process improvement.This is a strong opportunity for a qualified accountant with a strong technical grounding who wants broader responsibility in a fast-moving fintech environment. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and help build a scalable finance function as the business continues to grow.Key responsibilities:- Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts and financial statements – Support month-end close, balance-sheet reviews and financial reporting – Support the annual audit process and work with external auditors – Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling – Support cash-flow and working-capital oversight – Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and regulations – Identify and implement improvements across finance processes, systems and reporting – Work closely with non-finance stakeholders, providing clear and timely financial informationKey requirements:- ACCA qualified preferred; ACA / ICAEW also considered where there is strong Big 4, banking, fintech or financial services experience – Around 3–5 years’ post-qualified / relevant industry experience – Training from Big 4 or a reputable audit/accounting firm is highly desirable – Experience in banking, fintech, financial services, lending, payments or another strong finance-control environment – Strong financial reporting and management accounts experience – Good understanding of UK accounting standards – Experience across controls, audit support, month-end, cash flow and finance operations – Comfortable owning hands-on finance processes, not just reviewing them from an audit/advisory perspective – Strong academic background preferred – Confident communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders – Proactive, hands-on and ownership-driven mindsetNice to have:- Lending or fintech experience – Financial modelling experience – Capital markets exposure – Startup or scale-up experienceLocation: Holborn, LondonWorking pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week in officeSalary: £60,000–£80,000 maximum + equity