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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
LedgerUp is <50 people. No recruiter, no HR. Your application goes to a founder juggling everything. Cold outreach is how you actually get seen.
Who to contact at LedgerUp
Contact route not yet verified for LedgerUp. For a <50-person B2B, Finance and Accounting company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What LedgerUp screens for
For a B2B, Finance and Accounting company, expect them to prioritize relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously over credentials.
Customize your CV for the LedgerUp role. Matching the job description language helps clear ATS filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at LedgerUp (<50 people). They notice.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what LedgerUp is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
Applying and waiting = silence. Follow up at day five — it roughly doubles your odds of a reply.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to LedgerUp?
Through the roles on our LedgerUp jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does LedgerUp respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on LedgerUp's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at LedgerUp?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does LedgerUp use?
LedgerUp uses Ashby.
How competitive is it to get hired at LedgerUp?
Typical applicant count for B2B, Finance and Accounting roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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