Accounts Assistant (Part-Time FTC)

THIS™; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a high-growth plant-based food company as a part-time Accounts Assistant. This role involves managing supplier accounts, processing invoices, and ensuring smooth accounts payable operations. Enjoy flexible hours, a competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Paid Holiday Allowance

Hybrid Working

Flexible Working Hours

Private Vitality Healthcare

Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts or finance assistant role, AP-focused experience desirable.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
• Maintaining supplier records and compliance checks.
• Preparing and processing weekly supplier payment runs.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

Experience in Accounts or Finance Assistant Role

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting Software

Job description

What is THIS?

THIS is a high-growth, VC-backed emerging leader in producing plant-based food. Meat-alternatives, to be exact. In fact, if we’re being reallllly exact – our products are at the leading-edge of the plant-based sector in terms of taste, texture and appearance. Here’s our insta, for a quick stalk - www.instagram.com/this.uk

It’s worth mentioning that since our launch in June 2019, the company has experienced extremely significant growth in revenue. In 2023, THIS topped The Grocer and Alantra’s annual Fast 50 list, a ranking of the country’s fastest-growing food and drink companies on two-year sales growth. We have strong aspirations to continue this growth trajectory as we aim to be the number 1 plant-based brand in the UK and beyond and we believe we have the team and investment to achieve this.

Why are we doing THIS?

Andy and Pete are our co-founders and their last job entailed selling tonnes (literally tonnes) of meat. Then they felt bad. Also, they felt like meat-alternatives weren't really for people who love the taste of meat. So they’ve basically ended up making THIS for themselves, but they’d love other meat-lovers to give it a go too. THIS is a game-changer.

At our core, our vision is to have a world where animals aren’t food and the environment is protected.

Our mission statement to guide us to getting there is:

“We will lead a revolution with our ridiculously delicious and nutritious plant-based food.”

What’s with this role?

Fancy diving into the world of finance with a fun twist? We're on the lookout for a part-time Accounts Assistant to bring their awesome skills and positive vibes to our team! This is a part-time role (approximately 25 hours per week) which would be ideal for someone looking to work flexibly while contributing to key financial operations. You will be responsible for managing supplier accounts, processing invoices, handling payments, and ensuring the smooth running of our accounts payable function.

What will you be getting up to?

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
• Creating and maintaining supplier records, ensuring completion of all compliance checks.
• Reviewing corporate card transactions for correct cost allocation and VAT.
• Monitoring and managing the accounts department inbox, providing timely responses to internal and external inquiries.
• Investigating and actively resolving purchase order, invoice, and payment discrepancies efficiently.
• Performing supplier statement reconciliations.
• Preparing and processing weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Processing employee expenses, ensuring correct cost allocation, VAT treatment and adherence to company policy.
• Handling ad hoc requests to help the team.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in an accounts or finance assistant role (AP-focused experience is desirable).
• Proficient and confident in accounting software and MS Excel (NetSuite experience would be an advantage).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and time management capabilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proactive, driven work ethic with the capacity to work independently and autonomously.

Alignment with our company values:

• Be Kind: We support and include each other, we’re honest and give feedback, we’re considerate and act with love and trust, we have fun, and we look after the planet.
• Be Brave: We’re adaptable and embrace change, we’re resilient and have a growth mindset, we think creatively and speak up, we change course if we need to, and we learn and grow.
• Be Focused: We always drive towards our mission and vision, we make sustainable long-term decisions, we deliver for our consumers by prioritising the right things, we think business-minded - brand and consumer, and we own our own roles.
• Be Passionate: We’re ambassadors of our company and products, we’re THIS geeks and experts, we’re purpose-led, and we’re aware of our impact on the outside world.

From our side

• A competitive salary that fairly recognises your experience and potential.
• 25 days annual paid Holiday Allowance, plus the 8 bank holidays, plus 1 paid Wellbeing Day a month to take off to dedicate to yourself. That’s a total of 45 paid days off per full year – we care about our team’s wellbeing, so we make sure you have time to fully switch off, rest, and recharge. NOTE: As this is a part-time role these time off allowances will be pro-rated.
• Hybrid working – 3 days (Tues, Wed, Thu) in the office
• Flexible working hours – We're not a 9-5. Our focus is on your ability to deliver for the business, not your ability to keep strict working hours.
• Private Vitality healthcare
• Life assurance
• Mental health support - the company pays for Spill, a mental health wellness provider that gives everyone access to mental health resources, and free therapy sessions.
• Access to our Freebie Freezer so you can eat as much of THIS as you fancy.

The chance to have a meaningful impact

As a relatively small, albeit growing, team you'll be exposed to, and have the chance to contribute towards, challenges and projects at all levels and in all areas of the business. A good idea is a good idea, regardless of the experience or seniority of who came up with it.

We'd love to hear from you, so apply with your CV and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can!

THIS’ Equity, Diversity and Inclusion hiring commitment

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our team members and strive to create an environment that encourages authenticity, collaboration, and growth. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in our industry. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please let us know – we're here to support you.