Head of Finance London, England
Job description
About Safi:
Safi operates the recycling industry’s first digital B2B marketplace, underpinned by AI enhanced material quality control. We combine technology and deep industry expertise to simplify every step of the trading experience and are proud to count 400+ of the most forward thinking recycling facilities across the globe as our customers.
We are backed by the US & UK's most renowned ClimateTech investors, with Chris Sacca's LowerCarbon Capital as lead investor. We've also received personal investment and regular advice from some of Europe's most successful founders (e.g. Revolut, Monzo, Songkick & InFarm founders).
About the role:
Safi's first finance lead hire in a rapidly growing start-up and with the scope to grow into a senior leadership position in the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Ownership of our accounts payables, accounts receivables and reconciliation processes for our B2B marketplace, in coordination with our accountants
Manage financial data and oversee financial management reporting to drive business success
Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities to support the business growth
Play a key role in securing and expanding equity and debt financing for the business
Identifying financial risks and implementing solutions to mitigate them e.g. optimising forward FX contracts for our trading activity, or changing VAT approach in different countries
Ensuring business financial activity is compliant across multiple (and growing) jurisdictions
Push to automate wherever possible
Build finance function around you.
Requirements:
Good background understanding of a wide range of financial practices and processes. Enthusiasm for learning and upskilling quickly, for example different processes required in other countries.
Expert with spreadsheets, accounting software and managing financial data
Operate independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects and stakeholders
High attention to detail with good analytics and communications skills
Passionate about climate tech and sustainability
Nice to have - qualified accountant
What We Offer:
Competitive salary, with attractive equity options
26 days annual leave (+ all national holidays) - the national holidays are flexible so you can take them whenever suits!
Hybrid role. We have no fixed rules about coming into the office on certain days. We are based in a co-working space near Liverpool Street
Regular team socials and meals
Cycle to work scheme
EV salary sacrifice scheme
CPD (continuous professional development) budget
Pension options to suit you
