Management Accountant

About Us:

Hi there 👋 We’re Wild. We’re on a mission to remove single-use plastic from the bathroom, armed with our refillable, natural and scent-sational deodorants, body wash, haircare and lip balm – and we’ve only just started. We launched in 2020 and as a high-growth company, we’re already one of Europe’s fastest-growing start-ups 🚀 So, fancy coming along for the ride?😃

The Role:

We're looking to hire a Management Accountant to join our finance team. The role is responsible for providing financial and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate reporting.

The ideal candidate will have experience working within a fast paced FMCG company. They will be highly organised, with excellent communication skills, and have the ability to own processes whilst implementing efficiencies and reporting excellence.

You will report into our Finance Manager.

🚀 Some of your responsibilities:

• Act as the internal escalation point for complex accounts receivable issues, working with internal and external stakeholders to resolve problems

• Lead and support process improvements, particularly within the accounts receivable function, to enhance efficiency and control

• Assist with month end close activities, including journal preparation and reconciliations across the P&L and balance sheet

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting throughout the month by ensuring our processes are robust and working effectively

• Support on adhoc requests for analysis from the finance team and wider business

• Support the external audit and compliance requests

🚀 What we need from you:

Please note that we welcome applications from candidates who may not hit every single bullet point on the lists below - if you’re passionate about our mission and feel you have relevant skills and experiences to add value to this role, please submit an application!

• Experience working within a fast-paced finance function within an FMCG company
• 1-2 years of experience working with retailers as well as external and internal stakeholders
• Working knowledge of Xero and GSuite is desirable
• Ability to take ownership of processes and improve efficiency
• Minimum AAT qualification is preferred, though qualification through experience will also be considered
• 1-2 years of experience working with accounts receivable
• Excellent communication skills both with internal and external stakeholders
• Driven individual with excellent organisation and time management skills
• Can work well independently and as part of a team
• An underlying passion for the planet and sustainability

⚡️ What you’ll get from us:

• 25 days holidays + bank holidays + 9 extra remote working days
• Hybrid working, 3 days a week in our shiny new London office
• 4% Company Pension
• Mental well-being support through Spill
• Private healthcare through Vitality
• Weekly early finishes and social events
• Annual L&D budget
• Free breakfast
• Free & discounted Wild products
• 2 x team volunteering days and 2 x personal volunteering days

Ready to become a Wild thing?!

At Wild, we know that diversity drives innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to bring their most authentic selves to work. We recognise that diversity goes beyond visible differences such as race, gender, age, and ethnicity and encompasses a broad spectrum of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply!