Cognism is the leading provider of European B2B data and sales intelligence. Ambitious businesses of every size use our platform to discover, connect, and engage with qualified decision-makers faster and close more deals. Headquartered in London with global offices, Cognism’s contact data and contextual signals are trusted by thousands of revenue teams to eliminate the guesswork from prospecting.
OUR WORK MODEL
Hybrid: This is a hybrid role, requiring you to work from our location office 2–3 days per week, with flexibility to work remotely on other days.
YOUR ROLE
As a senior member of the accounting team you will be responsible for supporting and managing key elements of the financial and operational accounting aspects of our business, reporting directly to the Director of Accounting.
YOUR CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES
- Monthly Accounting: Preparation of entries and balance sheet reconciliations
- Reporting: Managing the preparation of monthly analytical reviews
- Audit & Certification Management: Liaise and support external auditors
- Process Improvement: Reviewing and implementing process improvements and documenting all our internal controls processes
- Project Management: Contribute to executing and delivering on team projects. Supporting the wider finance team/business with other ad-hoc projects
- Regulatory Expertise: Supporting the business in launching new initiatives by providing appropriate accounting support & oversight
- Business partnering and collaboration: Working with our Marketing/Legal/HR/Business/Financial systems teams
OUR EXPECTATIONS
- Professional Experience – 5 years’ experience in Accounting. Strong skills in Excel and previous experience using Netsuite a plus
- Regulatory Knowledge – Qualified CA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent
- Industry Background – · Big 4 experience required. Prior experience in a tech company, SaaS, or start-up environment is highly desirable.
- Ownership & Communication – · Ability to manage and meet strict and multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Problem-Solving Mindset – Proactive, solution-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Detail-Oriented & Organized – Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for accuracy and compliance best practices.
- Fluency in English – Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
At Cognism, we’re not just building a company - we’re building an inclusive community of brilliant, diverse people who support, challenge, and inspire each other every day. If you’re looking for a place where your work truly makes an impact, you’re in the right spot!
Our values aren’t just words on a page—they guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we grow together. They shape our culture, drive our success, and ensure that everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to do their best work.
Here’s what we stand for:
✅ We Are Nice! We treat each other with respect and kindness (because life’s too short for anything else).
🤝 We Are Collaborative. We’re in this together—great things happen when we work as one.
💡 We Are Solution-Focused. Every challenge is just an opportunity in disguise.
💙 We Are Understanding. We empower and support each other to do our best work.
🏆 We Celebrate Individual Contributors. Every role matters, and so do you!
At Cognism, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace. Our values—Being Nice, Collaborative, Solution-Focused, and Understanding—guide everything we do, and we celebrate Individual Contributors. We welcome applications from individuals typically underrepresented in tech, so if this role excites you but you’re unsure if you meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply!
