Junior Accountant

To support the growth of our activities, we are strengthening our accounting team based in Brussels.    WHAT WILL YOU DO: Your main mission will be as follows: * Verification and entry of invoices and expense reports; * Preparation of supplier payments; * Bank reconciliations; * Preparation of the monthly French payroll journals; * Participation in periodic accounting closings; * Completing the Year-End audit for France, and participation for all other branches; * One-off financial analysis; * Contribution to the drafting and updating of accounting and administrative procedures; * Support for projects related to the evolution of our internal tool; * Participation in the preparation of VAT returns; * Participation in the consolidation of subsidiaries.   WHAT DO YOU BRING: * You have a university  / bachelor degree in accounting or corporate finance, * You are familiar with the BEGAAP and essentially FRGAAP standards, * Experience in French VAT, * A first experience in a similar position is a plus, * You are proficient in the Microsoft Office suite - especially Excel, * You are fluent in English and French, * You are organized, precise and rigorous, * You are a real "team player".      WHAT WE OFFER: * A full time permanent position in the heart of the European capital * Comprehensive training in accounting practices in an international environment * An enriching experience in a fast-growing Fintech * Varied tasks for a rapid increase in skills * Regular events (afterworks, team building,)   Who we are: iBanFirst is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs) to regain control over their payment operations: currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across 140 countries — quickly, transparently, and securely.  We make life easier for SMEs through an advanced technology platform (automation, APIs, AI…) combined with dedicated expertise, offering the best of both worlds: the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner.  By simplifying complexity, iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities with peace of mind — delivering simplicity, transparency, and security.    Key figures  * 350+ employees across 13 offices in 10 European countries  * 30+ nationalities represented, average age: 32  * 10,000 corporate clients trust us  * €80M in revenue in 2025, with a target of around €100M in 2026  * Profitable for more than two years  * Ranked for 6 consecutive years in the Financial Times FT1000, among the fastest-growing European companies  * An NPS of 87.5 — an exceptional score in our industry that reflects enthusiastic client feedback on the simplicity, speed, and quality of our service    A strong culture built around 4 core values  * Team First : The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together. * Tenacity : We’re transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience — qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA.  * Transformation : Innovation is not a buzzword; it’s a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent: every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact.  * Trust : Trust is the foundation of everything we build — with our clients and, above all, internally. It’s driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability.    Why join us?  * We operate at the heart of a strategic and fast-evolving sector: international payments for SMEs — a complex, high-potential market.  * We’re driven by a meaningful mission: helping bold “Small & Medium Multinationals” succeed globally.  * Our platform integrates cutting-edge technologies (AI, automation…), making it an ideal playground to test, learn, and innovate continuously.  * You’ll join an agile environment where your expertise has tangible impact, working alongside talent from top financial institutions.  * iBanFirst is profitable and backed by long-term investors:  * Xavier Niel and Bpifrance, historical shareholders, have supported and trusted us from the beginning  * In 2021, the entry of Marlin Equity Partners marked a new chapter in our international ambitions

To support the growth of our activities, we are strengthening our global accounting team by hiring a full-time junior accountant in our London office.  We are seeking a motivated junior finance professional to support the activities of the UK based Group Financial Controller & Belgium based Senior accounting team. You will gain valuable experience working within a medium-sized, high growth, international FX and payments firm. If you are looking to develop your experience under the supervision of our experienced multi-entity Controlling and Accounting team, this is the role for you. You will report to the Belgium based Senior Accounting team but will work alongside the London based Group Financial Controller, who will support your understanding of day-to-day tasks and offer in person mentoring to further your growth as a finance professional.   What will you do: Your main responsibilities will be as follows: * Verification and entry of invoices and expense reports; * Preparation of supplier payments; * Bank account reconciliation; * End of month/year balance sheet reconciliations; * Support the Group financial Controller in maintaining robust finance controls; * Assist in the preparation of management accounts; * Take ownership of various month-end procedures; * Produce dashboards with AI and excel; * Participation in year-End audit; * Financial data analysis; * Learn and leverage AI to improve automation within the finance team; * Contribution to the drafting and updating of accounting and administrative procedures.   What do you bring: * Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite - especially Excel; * Strong numerical understanding and ability; * 6+ months’ experience within an accounting department (preferred); * Fluent in English; * You are organized, precise and rigorous; * Right to work in the UK.   What do we offer: * Private Medical Insurance (subject to passing probation); * Life and Critical illness insurance of 4x salary; * Workplace pension above statutory requirement; * Monthly on-site Deliveroo allowance; * Experience in a fast-growing Fintech; * Exposure to international, multi-entity accounting alongside other complex areas; * Regular events (after work, team building, etc.); * The opportunity to travel to our European offices; * The chance to learn and explore AI capabilities within business; * Hybrid working arrangement.   Who we are: iBanFirst is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs) to regain control over their payment operations: currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across 140 countries — quickly, transparently, and securely.  We make life easier for SMEs through an advanced technology platform (automation, APIs, AI…) combined with dedicated expertise, offering the best of both worlds: the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner.  By simplifying complexity, iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities with peace of mind — delivering simplicity, transparency, and security.    Key figures  * 350+ employees across 13 offices in 10 European countries  * 30+ nationalities represented, average age: 32  * 10,000 corporate clients trust us  * €80M in revenue in 2025, with a target of around €100M in 2026  * Profitable for more than two years  * Ranked for 6 consecutive years in the Financial Times FT1000, among the fastest-growing European companies  * An NPS of 87.5 — an exceptional score in our industry that reflects enthusiastic client feedback on the simplicity, speed, and quality of our service    A strong culture built around 4 core values  * Team First : The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together. * Tenacity : We’re transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience — qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA.  * Transformation : Innovation is not a buzzword; it’s a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent: every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact.  * Trust : Trust is the foundation of everything we build — with our clients and, above all, internally. It’s driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability.    Why join us?  * We operate at the heart of a strategic and fast-evolving sector: international payments for SMEs — a complex, high-potential market.  * We’re driven by a meaningful mission: helping bold “Small & Medium Multinationals” succeed globally.  * Our platform integrates cutting-edge technologies (AI, automation…), making it an ideal playground to test, learn, and innovate continuously.  * You’ll join an agile environment where your expertise has tangible impact, working alongside talent from top financial institutions.  * iBanFirst is profitable and backed by long-term investors:  * Xavier Niel and Bpifrance, historical shareholders, have supported and trusted us from the beginning  * In 2021, the entry of Marlin Equity Partners marked a new chapter in our international ambitions    #LI-CH1 #LI-Onsite