Finance Assistant in Cardiff

Industry: iGaming

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Team: Finance

Location: Cardiff (Hybrid with minimum expectation of 4 days in the office per week)

Hours of Work: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary Range: £27,000 - £30,000 pa

Who We Are: DragonBet is a fast-growing, independent challenger brand in the UK betting market, with a successful recent launch in Ireland and ambitious plans to expand further across regulated markets. We offer a high-quality sportsbook alongside top-tier casino games, built to compete in highly regulated and competitive environments. Founded by second-generation bookmakers, DragonBet combines decades of real-world betting expertise with modern, digital-first execution. Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, our approach is defined by discipline, commercial intelligence and a strong commitment to integrity and responsible gambling. We focus on building long-term customer value, not short-term wins and delivering a safe, fair and enjoyable experience for every customer.

About the Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our growing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their finance career or looking to build on existing experience within a dynamic and supportive environment. You will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, supporting the CFO with routine operations and contributing to strategic initiatives across multiple entities. As the first in-house finance hire following reliance on external accountants, this role is pivotal in establishing robust financial processes and controls that drive organisational growth and efficiency.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Accurately process supplier invoices and ensure they are approved and recorded on schedule.
• Maintain and reconcile the purchase ledger weekly to ensure financial accuracy.
• Address and resolve any supplier queries or discrepancies promptly.
• Organise and execute weekly payments for suppliers and staff expenses.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations to keep accounts accurate and up to date.
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts across multiple business entities.
• Support the preparation of journal entries, including accruals and prepayments.
• Help analyse variances in financial data and contribute to management reporting.
• Monitor daily cash positions and assist in forecasting future cash requirements.
• Support the review and analysis of commercial contracts to ensure financial terms are accurately reflected and potential risks are identified.
• Assist with audits, budgeting and other finance-related projects as required.
• Provide general financial support to the CFO, contributing to both routine operations and strategic initiatives.
• Suggest and help implement improvements to financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the business to support wider operational needs.

What We're Looking For:

• Early-career professionals with a genuine commitment to a long-term career in accounting and finance (A-Level or degree qualified preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy with numbers.
• Some experience in finance, accounting or using accounting software would be preferred (Xero experience is a plus).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyse and work with financial data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks, systems and entities simultaneously.
• A proactive problem-solver with strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-growing, dynamic business environment.
• Able to work onsite in our Cardiff office (hybrid working available with minimum 4 days per week in the office).

What We Offer:

• A chance to build a career in a fast-paced, exciting industry.
• Direct exposure to the CFO and CEO from day one, working closely with senior leadership and gaining invaluable insight.
• Full training, career and qualification support offered to help you grow.
• Competitive salary.
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• A supportive, international team culture.
• Regular team events, staff perks and a dynamic office atmosphere.

Are You Ready? If you want to grow with us in the world of iGaming and sport, send your CV and a brief cover letter to hannah.bates@dragonbet.co.uk. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.