Assistant Accountant

Department: Finance

Salary Range: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Contract Type: Indefinite Term Contractor

Working Schedule: Full-time 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM GMT, Monday to Friday

Location: Manila/Hybrid

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

Avvoka is a leading legal technology company specializing in document automation. Our platform empowers law firms and in-house legal teams to draft, negotiate, and manage contracts more efficiently. We’re trusted by top names in the industry, enabling major deals with magic circle law firms like Allen & Overy, helping McDonald's open new chains, and licensing popular franchises with HBO and Sony. Our team is dedicated to transforming the world of contracts, balancing innovation with a sense of humour in an inclusive, collaborative culture. We’re growing quickly, evolving from a bootstrapped start-up to a scale-up with 30% growth in headcount and over 70% organic revenue growth in the past year. Join us to push the boundaries of legal technology and help redefine how the world contracts.

Who You Are

You’re a driven and methodical finance professional with experience supporting finance teams in organisations that follow UK or US GAAP. You’re confident preparing management accounts and performing general accounting duties. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy evolving roles, and are always looking for ways to improve processes. You have (or are working towards) a recognised accounting qualification such as a CPA and bring a can-do attitude to your work.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting Management Accounting

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including journals, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Support internal and external audits through accurate record keeping and reporting

Cash Flow and Treasury

• Monitor and forecast cash flow on a regular basis
• Ensure timely and accurate supplier payments

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Process supplier invoices and manage accounts payable
• Issue customer invoices and manage accounts receivable and credit control
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable balances monthly

Payroll and Expenses

• Support end-to-end payroll processing, including reconciliations and adjustments
• Manage employee expense claims and ensure compliance with policies
• Analyse expense trends and suggest cost-saving opportunities

Process Improvement and Compliance

• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial regulations
• Contribute to ad hoc financial projects and reporting initiatives

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have:

• Broad experience in finance roles within companies adhering to US or UK GAAP
• Track record of process improvement and automation in finance functions
• Strong knowledge of management accounts preparation and general ledger maintenance
• Excellent English communication skills, attention to detail, and computer literacy
• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (CPA)

The desirable candidate will have:

• Bookkeeping/ management accounts delivery experience
• Knowledge of either UK & US GAAP standards
• Experience with expense systems and cloud-based finance tools

In addition to the technical and professional skills, there are certain core attributes we consider essential for success in our team and environment:

• Proven experience in B2B SaaS environments
• A strong track record of contributing to the growth of fast-paced, scaling companies
• Exceptional adaptability in dynamic and rapidly evolving settings
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset with a strong drive to take ownership
• Appetite to develop robust, efficient & where possible automated processes
• Resilience and the ability to maintain high performance under pressure

Benefits

• Remote-first working policy – employees are empowered to work from home and come into the office as needed, in alignment with team and business requirements
• Home office IT allowance (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Annual learning and development budget (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Flexible dress code (subject to role-based requirement)
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• Right to request flexible working arrangements
• A collaborative, transparent company culture with real opportunities for growth

Why Join Us?

At Avvoka, you'll join a fast-growing, innovative team that is reshaping the legal tech industry. We offer a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice matters, and you'll be empowered to make a real impact. With ample opportunities for professional development, career progression, and a range of employee benefits, Avvoka is the place to grow your career while making a difference in the legal world.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, including those from underrepresented groups. We are happy to provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the application process.