About HIVED 📦

At HIVED, we’re steamrolling forward as one of Europe’s fastest growing startups, and our momentum shows no signs of slowing.

Based in London, we are a climate and logistics start-up building the first sustainable parcel delivery network at scale, powered by a 100% electric fleet. In an ever-growing industry where unreliable service has long been the norm, HIVED has been built from the ground-up to meet the demands of modern consumers and disrupt parcel delivery.

A tech company at heart, our talent and technology is laser-focused on delivering the best possible delivery experience for end-customers and meeting the needs of our retail partners. From our drivers to our data engineers, we are constantly working to improve this customer experience that makes us deliver better.

Already trusted by leading international brands such as Zara, Uniqlo, ASOS, Nespresso, and more, we are solidifying our position as the leaders in Europe to tackle this growing market.

Our tight-knit team is made up of ex-Revolut, Bain, HelloFresh, ASOS, Apple and Google employees, and we are backed by some of Europe’s leading investors and VCs in climate-tech, logistics and mobility including Planet A Ventures, Maersk Growth, Pale Blue Dot VC, Eka Ventures and the British government. We’re passionate about driving innovation and redefining the future of delivery.

Role Overview 📝

We’re looking for a sharp, forward-thinking Head of Central Finance to join our growing team. This is a high-impact role that is focused on improving our financial backbone — from making changes to the norm through smart process improvements, to owning projects that elevate the way our finance function operates, and managing the balance sheet of the business. At the same time, this role is highly strategic and forward-looking, owning budgets, cash forecasting and treasury. You'll need to be hands-on, solutions-oriented, and thrive in an environment where no two days look the same. This is a fantastic opportunity to own and transform a critical part of the Finance function, and can serve as the platform for taking on a senior role within HIVED in future.

Responsibilities

Right-hand to VP of Finance

• Pick up and run with urgent operational challenges - solving problems as they arise across the business
• Critically assess the Finance function and its processes to identify pain points and inefficiencies, then design and implement smart fixes. A core focus here is in improving our reporting, dashboards and overall financial visibility.

Planning

• Run the financial planning process, preparing high-quality budgets with input from stakeholders including the business, Operations & Commercial Finance, and other members of the central finance team
• Run continuous improvement on company planning processes

Projects & Systems

• Lead and scope finance-related projects - from tool implementation to control enhancements. This includes setting timelines, managing stakeholders, and ensuring delivery.
• Own the Finance systems architecture - full view of internal & external tools & systems, proactive identification of opportunities to improve, and developing (for executive sign-off) the Finance tech stack roadmap
• Partner with teams to develop & implement financial controls that actually work in a fast-paced, tech-enabled business, including the overall delegation of authority.

Transactional Finance

• Own all aspects of transactional finance, including AP, AR, payroll coordination, expenses, and payment operations, supervising two colleagues. You’ll ensure these are run efficiently, with control and automation front of mind.
• Elevate our driver pay operations to provide greater insights to the business & identify opportunities to improve.

Balance Sheet & Risk Management

• Lead cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and day-to-day treasury operations & working capital management.
• Manage key metrics across the balance sheet, such as working capital, debt:equity, and asset turnover
• Support in risk management, including owning our insurance portfolio & processes.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of post-qualified experience within a finance function or internal audit
• Fully qualified ACA
• Proficiency in financial software incl Xero and MS Excel/Google Sheets. Experience with other large-scale ERPs would be beneficial
• A problem-solving mindset - not just identifying issues, but owning and implementing solutions
• Strong communication and business partnering abilities
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Equally comfortable leading small teams and delivering solutions independently
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration and hands-on involvement

How we reward our team 🎁

• Dynamic working environment with a diverse and driven team
• Huge opportunity for learning in a high growth environment, with progression opportunities based on success in the role
• 25 days of holiday allowance plus public holidays
• Wellbeing initiatives, including 3 wellbeing days in addition to holiday allowance
• Subsidised Private Medical Insurance including dental and vision
• Weekly team lunch and regular company socials
• MacBook Air or Windows Laptop (depending on your preference)
• Hybrid working set-up with in-person time expected at both our Shoreditch office and North Woolwich based depot
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption policy
• Cycle to work scheme
• Dog friendly office

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