HelloFresh is looking for an ambitious self-starter to support the Head of Financial Control on a wide variety of key areas covering Treasury, Reporting (Month End and Year-End), Audit and Budgeting. This individual will be a major contributor to our Finance team and will be based in our London office “The Fresh Farm” on a hybrid-basis and will have demonstrable experience with financial reporting, variance analysis, business partnering and internal-control related responsibilities.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a qualified accountant with proven experience to join a fast-paced and dynamic organisation with a values-led culture. We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong ability to prioritise who genuinely enjoys analyzing data, presenting findings in a clear and concise manner, partnering with other departments and will be a reliable number two to the Head of Financial Control with potential for career progression.
What you will be doing:
- Reporting: own month-end and quarterly reporting packs for submission to Global.
- Analysis: provide insights & variance analysis versus budget
- Cashflow Forecasting: presenting an accurate forward-looking view of our cash inflows and outflows including consideration of cash requirements and Group loan requests (with multi-currency exposure).
- O2C: end-to-end ownership of the O2C/Revenue accounting process (led by Global) including postings, balance sheet reconciliations, commentary and detailed review.
- Payroll accounting lead including full accounting ownership, designing accounting for new benefits or payroll changes and balance sheet reconciliations
- Month End: in addition to payroll and O2C, includes G&A cost centre management and IFRS 16 along with undertaking relevant ad hoc or intercompany postings and assisting with balance sheet reviews.
- Budget process: lead on the Headcount and G&A budget processes including business-partnering across all relevant functions (People, Strategy, Legal etc.)
- VAT Return: monthly submission of return including balance sheet reconciliation
- Audits: Ensure audit preparedness and compliance. Support external audit requirements related to specific areas of responsibility.
- Year-End: lead on the preparation of the annual financial statements and annual corporate tax return submission (including capital allowances and R&D claims)
- Communicating on a regular basis and exchange ideas and best practices with our global team
- Be a leader in the finance team working across the team
Who you are:
- A qualified accountant with 1-2 years relevant experience
- Someone who pays attention to detail and has a strong sense of ownership.
- Someone with the ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
- The type of person who thrives in a fast-paced work environment.
- A proactive problem-solver
- Always looking for a better, more efficient way to complete your own and the team’s tasks.
- A considered and strong communicator who gives clear and structured analysis and recommendations.
What you will get in return:
- 70% off HelloFresh or Green Chef boxes
- Company pension scheme
- Gym membership
- Bupa private medical insurance (including dental & family cover options)
- Free professional development and coaching memberships
- Mental health first aiders and an employee assistance programme
- Working from home equipment budget
- Dog friendly office!
- If in the office, enjoy a free breakfast every day
- Eye care scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Group Life Assurance
Location: The HelloFresh Farm, 60 Worship Street, EC2A 2EZ, London
Hybrid working: 3 days in the office or at site, 2 days flexible working
Next steps: Your application will be reviewed and if successful, a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch within 2 weeks.
You are required to cooperate with HelloFresh in all health and safety matters. You are responsible for ensuring you take reasonable care of your own health, and safety as well as others who may be affected by the work activities you undertake. You must report incidents immediately and actively raise health and safety-related concerns to your Line Manager.
