Amadeus Capital Partners
Finance Assistant
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Finance Assistant
We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join our Finance team in our Cambridge office.
This role is responsible for the day-to-day financial transactions of Amadeus Capital Partners' funds and corporate entities, with a primary focus on purchase ledger, banking and finance operations. As an important member of the Finance team, you will support the Corporate and Fund Accountants in delivering accurate financial reporting, quarterly accounts and budgeting, while helping to ensure the smooth running of our finance function.
We're looking for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has excellent attention to detail and is keen to learn. Whether you are an experienced Finance Assistant or at the beginning of your finance career, this is an excellent opportunity to build your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.
We actively support professional development, including study towards an accountancy qualification (AAT, CIMA or ACCA), with study support provided.
The role reports to the Head of Finance and is based at our Cambridge Office with office attendance of 3-4 days/week as determined by the needs of the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Purchase Ledger & Payments
- Process, code and post supplier invoices and company credit card statements, ensuring appropriate approval workflows are followed.
- Prepare and process supplier payment runs.
- Process quarterly management fee payments.
- Maintain accurate purchase ledger records and supporting documentation.
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Banking
- Maintain bank accounts across our corporate entities and investment funds, including posting and coding payments and receipts.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
- Review and reconcile bank charges.
- Support the opening of new bank accounts and manage relationships with our banking providers.
Fund Accounting Support
- Validate investment data and ensure adherence to finance processes.
- Process investor distribution payments through banking systems.
- Assist with investment drawdowns and follow up on outstanding investor payments.
- Prepare documentation to support recharges to portfolio companies and funds.
Corporate Accounting Support
- Raise sales invoices and reconcile nominal ledger accounts.
- Update cash balances within internal cash models.
- Assist with treasury deposit administration.
- Support the monthly employee expenses process.
General Finance Support
- Provide general support across the Finance team as required.
- Contribute to finance improvement initiatives and projects.
- Undertake other ad hoc duties appropriate to the role.
ABOUT YOU
You'll be someone who is organised, detail focused, curious and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.
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Skills & Experience
- A-level qualified (or equivalent); ideally AAT part-qualified or studying towards an accountancy qualification.
- Excellent numerical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Experience with accounting systems (such as Sage) would be an advantage.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.
- Positive, proactive and willing to learn new systems and processes.
- A team-player, friendly, approachable and able to build effective working relationships across the business.
- Previous experience in a finance or office-based administrative role is desirable, but not essential.
- An interest in technology, innovation and the venture capital industry would be an advantage.
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Study support towards AAT, CIMA or ACCA qualifications.
- Comprehensive training on our finance systems and processes.
- The opportunity to establish your career within a leading venture capital firm.
To apply please submit your CV and a short cover letter as to why you are interested in this opportunity.
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