Finance Manager

At Universal Quantum, we are building the next generation of quantum computers — machines capable of solving problems once thought impossible. Our technology has the potential to transform industries from healthcare to aerospace, materials science, and beyond. As we scale from breakthrough R&D to global delivery, resilient execution becomes as critical as technical innovation.

Lead and manage the day‑to‑day finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, bank reconciliations, and month‑end routines.

Manage supplier processes from onboarding to payments.

Maintain accurate financial records aligned with UK accounting standards and internal controls.

Take ownership of preparing and submitting VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.

Support month‑end and year‑end close processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Assist with internal and external audits by ensuring documentation and processes are complete and audit‑ready

Monitor spend, highlight variances, and work closely with budget owners to ensure financial discipline.

Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and implement streamlined, scalable solutions.

Contribute to automation initiatives across invoicing, supplier management, and reconciliations.

Strengthen internal controls and introduce best‑practice financial processes as the business grows.

Accuracy & Attention to Detail: You’ll be the guardian of financial data integrity—small errors can have big impacts, and precision is essential.