Finance Operations Analyst in Oxford

Overview

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the world's most challenging problems.

The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks.

From fundamental physics to leading edge commercial products, Infleqtion enables “quantum everywhere” through our ecosystem of devices and platforms.

Our mission is to commercialise atom‑based quantum products that provide orders of magnitude improvements in performance and computing applications.

Location

United Kingdom – Kidlington, Oxford office and National Quantum Computing Centre, Harwell.

Work from home permitted up to 2 days per week based on business needs and manager approval.

Role Summary

As a Finance Operations Analyst, you will support the financial infrastructure of a fast‑moving quantum technology organization.

You will assist in financial reporting, operational accounting, and systems improvement to ensure precise, efficient, and scalable processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Support management reporting by analyzing trends in R&D spending, capital expenditures, and revenue.
• Build and maintain financial dashboards and KPIs to provide visibility across teams.
• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions with accuracy and timeliness.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and support month‑end close activities.
• Help manage expense reporting, vendor invoicing, and purchase orders.
• Support annual budgeting cycles and rolling forecasts.
• Track departmental spend against budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Partner with department leads (including R&D and Operations) to ensure financial alignment with project goals.
• Assist in implementing and optimizing financial systems (ERP, expense management, etc.).
• Identify automation opportunities to improve efficiency and data integrity.
• Document and streamline processes to support scalability.
• Support internal control testing and documentation.
• Assist with grant accounting, especially for government‑funded quantum programs.
• Prepare data for annual audits and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or operations.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills; experience with ERP or financial systems preferred.
• Understanding of GAAP and basic financial reporting principles.
• Curiosity about quantum technology, research, or deep tech environments.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Preferred Experience
• Experience in a technology, research, or manufacturing organization.
• Exposure to government grant accounting or project‑based cost tracking.
• Familiarity with startups or high‑growth environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Unlimited PTO
• Generous company 10% pension contribution regardless of employee contribution
• Cycle to work and technology schemes
• Incentive Stock Option Plan
• Private healthcare insurance once probationary period is successfully completed
• Travel

Up to 10% travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity

Infleqtion is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

We provide a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, and business needs.

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