Singular Photonics are a fast-growing fabless semiconductor start-up, developing Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) sensors that bring advanced computation directly into imaging.
Our sensors enable innovations across LiDAR, fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM), spectroscopy and time-resolved optical measurements, powering next-generation solutions for customers worldwide.
Based at Orchard Brae House in Edinburgh, we are a close-knit team at the forefront of the photonics revolution.
We are looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finances of a growing start-up.
You will manage management accounts, budgeting, cash flow and financial controls, working closely with the leadership team and external advisors.
As a small and agile company, this role also covers general office administration and logistics, so you'll need to be equally comfortable building a forecast as you are organising a supplier delivery or sorting the office.
Tasks Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow reports and board packs for leadership and investors.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Build and maintain budgets, forecasts and financial models to support business planning.
Cash Management: Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships and support fundraising and investor reporting activity.
Bookkeeping & Controls: Own day-to-day bookkeeping, purchase and sales ledgers, and maintain robust financial controls and processes.
Payroll & Pensions: Process monthly payroll and pension contributions, liaising with external providers as required.
Statutory Compliance: Prepare VAT returns and support year-end accounts, audit and corporation tax filings with external accountants.
Grants & R&D Tax Credits: Support claims and reporting for grants and R&D tax credits where applicable.
Supplier & Credit Control: Manage supplier invoicing, payment runs and credit control.
Procurement: Manage end to end procurement process General Office Administratio.