Pippa Bateman

FinOps Senior Associate

It sometimes feels like we have been cherry picked and all have such a good time together. I have friends at flinder, not just colleagues.

I joined flinder in August 2018 as one of the first apprentices. I was ready for a career change and had no previous experience in Finance so it was definitely a gamble. There were only four others in the company at the time including the two founders but the help and coaching I received was amazing. Luke supported me so much in those early years and was always dedicated to my progression. Without that I don’t think starting from scratch in accountancy would have worked!

Throughout my journey I’ve always felt like a part of flinder and not just an employee.

I think that is what is so special about working here, everyone is valued and are always on hand to support one another. I’m lucky enough to have watched pretty much all the current team come through and that support system has always been there, it’s been so rewarding seeing the growth of team members I’ve helped. The risk flinder took by hiring me, with no finance background, speaks volumes about their commitment to development.

There are high standards at flinder and this is reflected in our work ethic, I’m fully on board with that. The pod structure is a fantastic way to feel like a team within a team, and my Pod Leader, Sunil has always been an amazing support. flinder provided a hybrid working set up even before Covid, which has always been so helpful as it offers flexibility that I think then enhances efficiency. It’s not a corporate environment, and I think the relaxed atmosphere helps build rapport with our clients.

The socials at flinder have always been a highlight, and it’s a great time for the whole team to come together and build relationships outside of work. As a group we are all so different but merge together so well.

It sometimes feels like we have been cherry picked and all have such a good time together. I have friends at flinder, not just colleagues. Of course, the ski trip is the social event of the year and I’ve been lucky enough to attend three, which have all been fantastic. I’m counting down the days to March for the next one already!

During my time at flinder I’m really proud to have completed AAT Level 3 and Level 4 and I’m now working towards ACCA. I owe so much to Alastair and Luke for the opportunity to learn and grow here, it has been so fulfilling. I’m also really grateful for the fantastic people I’ve had the privilege to work alongside.

Why you should apply to flinder

Personal and professional growth

Open feedback culture

Study and L&D support

Hybrid working model

Unlimited holidays

Performance related bonus

Fast-paced environment

Latest technology

Team ski trips and social events

#flinderLife

Since joining finder I've worked with some really exciting e-commerce brands. Combine that with a fun and dynamic team who are constantly learning and wanting to improve client service, it's been really rewarding. The people at flinder are incredible!

Fatima

Fractional CFO

I love working at flinder as the flexibility they provide is great for working families and the culture is a great fit for me.

Chris

Product Manager

I get the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of fast-growth businesses at flinder. Every day is a different challenge but the enjoyment I get helping my clients succeed achieving their goals, and the personal development I get by doing this, is unparalleled from anywhere I’ve worked before.

Matt

FinOps Manager

I can really see how I add value to my clients which is something I hadn’t experienced before. I can see how my work impacts all my clients which has given me such a sense of achievement.

Stacey

FinOps Senior Associate

The best thing about working at flinder is the people I work with. We’re like a family, the culture is brilliant.

Pip

FinOps Senior Associate

I joined flinder in 2021 as a FinOps Manager. It was a daunting step and steep learning curve because of the progressive nature of flinder, but the fast-paced environment at flinder and our client base has massively accelerated my development.

Sunil

FinOps Senior Manager