OX Delivers offers a complete transport and trade solution supported by purpose-built technology which provides entrepreneurs with the end-to-end infrastructure they need to trade reliably and prosperously across the Global South. We are the creators of the first purpose-built electric truck for the Global South, delivered as-a-service to enable businesses of all sizes to prosper. Our technology is breaking down existing trade barriers, paving the way for economic transformation in the Global South.
Working at OX
At OX, we work in empowered teams with a Team Lead. This underpins a culture of trust, flexibility, and teamwork. We are all:
* Enthusiastic problem-solvers
* Self-aware learners
* Adaptable team players
Being a start-up business means things can change quickly, which drives uncertainty. We expect our teams to be able to adapt and respond to different types of work, broadening your experience. We know this kind of environment isn’t for everyone so consider this before applying!
Tasks
This could be ideal for a return to work parent - we want this to be a part time role, it might be 3 days per week, or 5 hours 5 days a week, salary pro-rata accordingly. Exact hours to be agreed with the right candidate, we will work with you!
We are seeking an experienced qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or a highly experienced finance professional (QBE) to become our p/t Head of Finance/Finance Manager. We need someone to manage our daily financial operations, monitor and enforce our financial policies and procedures, manage the budget, and ensure we remain compliant.
The role will include Financial Planning and Analysis, Financial Control, Reporting, and some Team leadership. Like everyone at OX, you will contribute to an environment of collaboration and cross-functional teamwork, as well as continuous evaluation and refinement of our practices, tools, and processes.
You will develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, and work closely with the team to drive results and ensure objectives are reached.
Requirements
Essential skills / criteria / experience:
* A passion for all things finance!
* Local to Leamington Spa - we support wfh but we need someone who will be regularly in the office to engage with the wider team
* Experience of running financial reporting, planning and analysis processes end to end
* Management of all month end processes
* Some successful finance team leadership
* Proven track record for driving results and ensuring objectives are met
* Owning and managing share option compliance end-to-end
Desirable Experience:
* Creating reporting material for Board packs
* Equity / Debt fundraising, or the associated compliance
* Creating materials for fundraising, including pitch decks, and data room contents
* Making successful R&D claims
* Working with software including Spendesk and Xero
* Experience as an auditor, or running audits
* Experience in a fast growing start up
* Experience in an impact-focused business, and/or climate tech, and/or manufacturing
Given the market we operate in, as well as the others we plan to expand to, an understanding of emerging markets such as Rwanda would be advantageous.
Benefits
What do we offer?
As well as the opportunity to work in an impact focused business and to shape a highly innovative team here in the UK, we also offer:
* Share options that will vest over 3 years - this will enable you to share in the success of OX
* 5.8% gross salary employer contributed/employee matched pension
* Flexible holidays and working time
* 6-months maternity/2-weeks paternity full pay
WFH / Office requirements
The role will be based in Warwickshire and will support flexible working with a mixture of working from home and in person, following the working patterns agreed upon with your team. OX is a highly flexible business and is fully supportive of remote working, yet we are also an engineering & manufacturing business and nothing beats talking face to face to solve problems.
OX is an equal opportunities employer. Whatever path you took to get here, whatever background you’re from, please apply to join our team if this role excites you. We welcome part-time applications and those returning to work. We’re building a community of passionate individuals that share our goal; come and join in.