Finance Manager

About this role

As Ably continues to scale, we are looking to add a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Manager to our Finance team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of Ably’s financial operations, leading core accounting and financial processes and working closely with our Finance Assistant, Senior Financial Analyst and VP of Finance. This role balances business-as-usual reporting and control activities with working on structural improvements to help Ably scale efficiently.

Day to day you will

• Own financial accounting and reporting. You’ll manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Supporting business decision-making. You’ll provide financial insights and management accounting reports that enable informed, strategic decision-making.
• Oversee finance operations. You’ll manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions, and assist with payroll processing in collaboration with the People team.
• Enhance financial processes and controls. You’ll identify opportunities to improve financial processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure tax and regulatory compliance. You’ll oversee UK VAT, US sales tax, corporation tax, and payroll taxes, working with external advisors to ensure compliance..
• Prepare financial statements. You’ll coordinate Ably’s financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS/GAAP.
• Lead audit processes. You’ll support audits and liaise with external stakeholders to ensure smooth audit processes.

It's important that you have

• 5+ years of experience in financial accounting, ideally in a high-growth technology company or scale-up environment.
• Professional accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge  of financial reporting, accounting standards, and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with financial systems and tools (e.g., Xero, or similar).
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.