At Bending Spoons, we’re striving to build one of the all-time great companies—a company that serves a huge number of customers, where team members grow to their full potential, and that functions at unparalleled levels of effectiveness and efficiency. We create value for shareholders at an extraordinary rate while adhering to high ethical standards. Our strategy is to acquire a digital business with untapped potential, make it as successful as possible through our platform (expertise, technology, data, brand, talent, and culture), and then reinvest the proceeds to further grow our platform and acquire new businesses. For a talented, driven, and collaborative individual, working at Bending Spoons is an opportunity to learn, make an impact, and progress their career at an exceptionally high rate.
A few examples of your responsibilities

Manage invoicing and reconciliations. Handle transactions and invoicing with third‑party vendors and distribution partners, as well as across our subsidiaries. Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable journals, ensuring accurate monthly controls. Perform bank reconciliations and manage outgoing payments.
Take an active role in month‑end closures and ERP management.Maintain detailed records of revenues, costs, and cash flow. Oversee ERP processes to support the preparation of financial statements for both individual and consolidated entities.
Support in the new M&A accounting processes integration.Manage bookkeeping for newly acquired companies, design new processes, and assist in their migration to our systems.
Prepare financial reports.Help produce accurate monthly financial reports to support strategic decision‑making. Partner with our Technology team to prepare annual statements and implement accounting automations that enhance efficiency and reliability.
Provide audit support.Collaborate with the Finance team and coordinate with tax advisors, auditors, and consultants to ensure smooth preparation for both internal and external audits.

What we look for

Reasoning ability.Given the necessary knowledge, you can solve complex problems. You think from first principles, structure your ideas sharply, resist bias, and attend to the details that matter.
Drive.You’re extremely ambitious in everything you do—and your initiative, effort, and tenacity match the intensity of your ambition. You feel deeply responsible for your work and hold yourself to a high—and rising—bar.
Team spirit.You give generously and without expecting anything in return. You support the best idea, not your own. You’re reliable, honest, and transparent.
Proficiency in English.You read, write, and speak proficiently in English.

What we offer

Incredibly talented, entrepreneurial teams.Work in small, result‑oriented, autonomous teams alongside some of the brightest people in your field.
An exceptional opportunity for growth.We hire individuals of outstanding potential and place them in the ideal position to thrive, leading products worth hundreds of millions of dollars and, if you have what it takes, playing an essential role in major projects.
Competitive pay and access to equity in the company.Typical annual salary starts at £41,255 in London and €39,892 elsewhere in Europe; for more experienced candidates, ranges are £56,345‑£85,797 in London and €54,346‑€82,557 elsewhere. Compensation varies by location and impact and grows rapidly with experience. Permanent contracts may include company equity at a discounted price, and relocating to Italy may provide a 50% tax cut.
All the benefits.Flexible hours, remote work, unlimited learning and training support, top‑of‑the‑market health insurance, a rich relocation package, generous parental support, and a yearly retreat to a stunning location.

Commitment & contract
Permanent or fixed‑term. Full‑time.
Location
Milan (Italy), London (UK), Madrid (Spain), Warsaw (Poland) or remote in selected countries.
The selection process
If you pass our screening, you’ll be asked to take a few tests designed to assess how you approach unfamiliar problems. They’re challenging and may take several hours to complete. If you succeed, we’ll invite you to a series of interviews. We set the bar high and won’t extend an offer until we’re convinced we’ve found the right candidate. A role may stay open for months or be reposted several times.
Studies suggest that women tend not to apply for a job if their CV isn’t a perfect fit. Here, talent takes precedence over experience. So if you like the role and think you could be awesome in time, go ahead and apply.
Bending Spoons is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider any applicant for employment and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities—just let us know.
Before you apply
If you’ve applied before but didn’t receive an offer, we recommend waiting at least one year before applying again.
Bending Spoons is a demanding environment. We’re extremely ambitious and hold ourselves—and one another—to a high standard. While this leads to extraordinary learning and career growth, it also requires significant commitment.
To help you ramp up quickly and set yourself up for success, we recommend spending your first few months working from our Milan office, regardless of your long‑term work location. It’s the best way to absorb our culture and build trust with your new teammates. We’ll support you with generous travel and accommodation assistance. After that, you’re welcome to work from our offices in Milan or London, or remotely from approved countries, depending on what we agree at the offer stage.
If the role speaks to you and you’re excited to give your best, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now—we can’t wait to meet you.
Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Administrative

Industries

Software Development

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