Reports to: CEO
Location: Bedford (Hybrid)
Working hours: 21 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 FTE
About QV Systems
QV Systems is a market-leading fintech providing SaaS-based lending, leasing and financing products for asset and automotive finance businesses. Through our Accelerate platform, we serve a growing base of broker and funder clients across the UK, helping them streamline their operations and grow their businesses.
We believe in change for good, because being future-ready means making lives better. This runs through every aspect of our business and culture, as we strive to give finance businesses the tools and technology they need to thrive.
As a close-knit team, we’re at an exciting stage of growth where everyone’s contribution matters. This isn’t a role where you’ll be siloed into narrow responsibilities – you’ll have the opportunity to get involved across the business, shape how we work, and make a real impact on both our customers and our company.
Job Purpose
Responsible for the day-to-day financial activities of QV Systems and supporting the delivery of the company’s core objective – creating value from B2B SaaS sales to the asset-backed lending industries.
Working closely with the Senior Management Team, the Finance Manager will help maintain the financial health of the business through effective financial control, reporting and operational support. The role is responsible for ensuring robust processes, accurate reporting and the efficient management of finance operations to support business growth.
Main Responsibilities
- Manage the relationship with the outsourced bookkeeping function
- Prepare monthly management accounts and management information reports for the SMT
- Manage supplier payments and oversee credit control activities.
- Support the preparation and filing of statutory accounts with the outsourced finance provider.
- Maintain and review accounting policies and ensure they are applied consistently.
- Manage the preparation and review of VAT and corporation tax returns, including coordination of the annual R&D tax claim.
- Administer the company commission and bonus schemes.
- Oversee the monthly payroll process.
- Prepare the annual budget and periodic forecasting activities.
- Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.
- Identify and escalate financial issues and risks to senior management in a timely manner.
- Drive continuous improvements in financial processes and systems.
Key Result Areas (Accountabilities)
- Ensure all statutory and regulatory returns (VAT, tax, payroll and accounts) are completed accurately and submitted on time.
- Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of finance processes, reducing manual intervention where appropriate.
- Maintain strong financial controls and support cost management initiatives.
- Deliver accurate and timely management information.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities to aid business planning.
- Maintain effective cash flow management and working capital controls.
Jobholder Requirements
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
- Experience in a Finance Manager role within a growing SME or technology business.
- Experience working with outsourced finance providers or small finance teams.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills; modelling experience desirable.
- Proactive in identifying opportunities to improve the finance function through the use of systems, automation and reporting tools
- Experience using accounting systems such as Xero would be advantageous.
- Understanding of management accounts, VAT, payroll and statutory reporting requirements.
- A hands-on approach with the willingness to support the wider business where required.
- Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively in a dynamic environment.
Key Competencies
- Thrives in a small, dynamic and fast-paced scale-up environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Commercial awareness and sound judgement.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
- Customer-focused mindset.
- Curious and inquisitive with a continuous improvement mentality.
- Interest in technology, innovation and delivering excellent customer outcomes.
- Ability to build effective relationships across the business.
What You’ll Gain
This role offers excellent development opportunities:
- Broad exposure to all aspects of running a SaaS business – not just your function
- Real influence – in a growing company, your voice and ideas genuinely shape how we work
- Hands-on SaaS experience in a fast-growing fintech with diverse customers
- Mentorship from experienced leadership team
- Industry expertise in automotive and asset finance technology
- Visibility – direct access to senior leadership and involvement in strategic discussions
What We Offer
- Pension with NEST
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Hybrid working environment (Bedford office and remote flexibility)
- Technology package: MacBook and AirPods Pro, plus any equipment needed for effective home working
- Quarterly company socials and team events
- Volunteering opportunities for our chosen charity
- Inclusive, collaborative culture where everyone’s contribution is valued and visible
Who Thrives at QV Systems
You’ll love working here if you:
- Want to make a real impact and see the direct results of your work
- Enjoy variety and the opportunity to get involved across the business
- Prefer collaboration and open communication over hierarchy and silos
- Are energised by growth and building something rather than maintaining the status quo
- Value being part of a close-knit team where everyone knows and supports each other
This might not be the right fit if you:
- Prefer highly structured roles with rigid boundaries
- Want to focus narrowly on one specific area without broader involvement
- Need constant direction and aren’t comfortable with autonomy
- Prefer corporate environments with extensive resources and support structures
Email careers@qv.systems with your CV and a covering email to apply.