Finance Associate / Manager (AI First)

The Opportunity:

We're hiring a Finance Associate/Manager to join help our Finance team get sharper on accounting, financial reporting and getting involved in the day-to-day operations of the business. This role reports to the Chief of Staff. We are looking for someone who has worked in the Finance function of a technology company and is excited to leverage AI to build and scale a finance function.

Who We Are:

At Nexl, we're on a mission to modernize the business of law. Our collaborative relationship management platform empowers legal professionals to build strong networks, streamline workflows, and drive business growth. With a virtual office spanning six continents and offices in Chicago, London, and Sydney, Nexl is rapidly expanding and making waves in the LegalTech world.

Our Values:

• Committed to Care: We genuinely care about what we do and who we do it for. Our commitment goes beyond delivering results—we're here to help, support, and make a real difference.
• Human at the Core: Everything we do revolves around people. We prioritize relationships and authentic connections, making sure that empathy is at the heart of our work.
• Different with Purpose: We’re not afraid to stand out. Being different isn’t a gimmick; it’s a reflection of our commitment to innovation, creativity, and doing things in our own way, with clear intentions behind every choice.
• Legal Through and Through: We are passionate about the legal industry. We stay ahead of trends by constantly innovating, and we’re crazy enough to believe we can reshape the industry.

In 2024, we were recognised by Deloitte and the Australian Financial Review as one of the fastest growing technology companies in Australia. We’re backed by the best VCs in Australia and around the globe including EVP, Shearwater Capital, Saniel Ventures and The LegalTech Fund as well as angels from the best law firms in the country.

The Role

• In the first 30 days, you'll quickly get up to speed on the business, our finance stack and our financial reporting. You'll work closely with the Chief of Staff to do financial reporting, budget vs actual reporting, software spend analysis, runway forecasting, accounting (revenue & expense recognition), GL recoding and following up on receipts and invoices.
• By 60 days into the role, you'll be supporting on sales & GTM analysis and operations that impact the finance side of Nexl including pipeline analysis, commission calculations and SaaS metrics analysis and reporting.
• By 90 days, you'll be supporting the Chief of Staff on Board reporting and other adhoc strategic analysis.
• Within your first year and after you're across the financials and proven to be a safe pair of hands, you'll have the opportunity to support on fundraising and M&A.

Key Responsibilities:

• AI First Mindset: Leverage AI and technology to automate key areas of the finance function. 
• Financial Reporting: Support on financial reporting including budget vs actuals reporting, variance analysis, cash forecasting and spend management.
• Accounting: Revenue & expense recognition, GL recoding, invoices & receipt follow-ups/
• Reconciliation Tasks: Support on monthly reconciliation.
• Financial Modelling: Utilise Excel, Power BI, and other IT systems for strong financial modelling to support decision-making.
• Operations & Process Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes and procedures, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

Key Competencies:

• AI Curious: Wants to works with AI whenever they can. 
• Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of financial principles and practices, including financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Accounting Experience: Understanding of basic accounting principals including accrual accounting.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse complex financial data and prepare insightful reports.
• Financial Modelling: Proficiency in financial modelling using Excel, Power BI, and other IT systems.
• Operational Support: Experience in performing operational finance tasks, including reconciliation and processing payments.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and precision in financial activities and reporting.
• Problem-Solving: Innovative and effective solutions to address financial challenges.
• Collaboration: Effective partnership with cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Adaptability: Thriving in a dynamic startup environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities and needs.
• Process Improvement: Continuous refinement of financial processes and systems for efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in accounting or finance, consulting, banking or in the finance function of a technology company.
• University degree in Finance or Accounting or related discipline;
• Successful completion of an accounting designation is preferred (CA or CPA);
• Good understanding of AASB and IFRS;
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office tools especially Excel (PowerBI is a bonus).

The Work Culture at Nexl:

• Highly transparent with fortnightly (twice a month) all-company meetings - with direct insight into team updates, customer stories, hiring plans and key metrics (NPS, Revenue, Financial Performance).
• You will have a core and close team around you, but you will also be exposed to and working directly with multiple departments - engineering, product, design, marketing and sales.
• We're a remote-first culture with the ability to work at a co-working space if desired.
• A work-life balance you won’t find elsewhere.
• Ability to participate in our Employee Stock Option Plan.