At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage supplier payments, ensure financial data accuracy, and handle driver payroll.
- Company: Join HIVED, a fast-growing climate and logistics startup in London.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, 25 days holiday, and competitive salary with performance reviews.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with growth opportunities and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a team redefining delivery with sustainable practices and innovative tech.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance roles, detail-oriented, and great communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
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 John Lewis, Nespresso, Uniqlo, H&M brands 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, NordicNinja VC and the British government. We’re passionate about driving innovation and redefining the future of delivery.
Our Values
- We Are Kind - Kind to the planet, our team and our partners. We listen with purpose, leave our egos at the door and aren't afraid to make difficult decisions.
- We Are Tenacious - We fight every day to keep the customer promise, for every parcel entrusted to us.
- We Are Curious - We never settle, constantly challenge convention and are never afraid to ask why.
- We Are Resourceful - Our planet's resources are scarce and our future depends on our ability to use them wisely.
Role Overview
This is a crucial operational role within our Finance team. You will be the engine room for three core areas: ensuring smooth and optimised payments to suppliers, making sure our financial data is immaculate, and making sure our hard‑working drivers and sortation handlers are paid accurately and on time. As Finance Associate, you will work closely with the wider business and report directly to the Head of Central Finance.
What you’ll be doing
- Accounts Payable & Spend Management
- Invoice Processing: Manage and process all incoming supplier invoices within our payment software, ensuring pinpoint accuracy and strict adherence to team budgets.
- Internal Gatekeeping: Proactively chase internal approvals from business stakeholders and confidently query unexpected or non‑compliant spend.
- Payment Runs: Prepare and compile regular payment runs, ensuring everything is fully documented and ready for seamless review and release by the Head of Central Finance.
- Daily Reconciliations
- Ledger Accuracy: Reconcile all company spend within our accounting software in a timely and accurate manner so that costs are allocated to the right buckets.
- Bank Monitoring: Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure our internal system balances perfectly match our actual, real‑time bank balances.
- Driver Payroll & HMRC Compliance
- HMRC Submissions: Ensure all taxes, National Insurance, and statutory deductions are calculated correctly and submitted to HMRC in line with strict deadlines.
- Data Collation: Gather, track, and input all driver hours, bonuses, deductions, and amendments onto driver payslips.
- Driver and Internal Queries: Respond to queries in relation to payslip amendments such as tax and pension payments.
What we’re looking for
- Experienced: You have solid foundational experience in a transactional finance role (AP, bookkeeping, or junior accounting), ideally with some exposure to processing payroll.
- Start‑up Mindset: You love building or improving processes and have a questioning mindset.
- Tech‑Savvy: A quick learner when it comes to new software and comfortable navigating Excel/Google Sheets.
- Detail‑Obsessed: You spot a decimal error from a mile away. With driver payroll and HMRC compliance in your hands, accuracy is your superpower.
- Great Communicator: You can navigate awkward conversations gracefully, whether querying a manager's budget spend or resolving a payroll query with a driver.
How we reward our team
- Dynamic hybrid 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.
- 1 Birthday Day Off + 2 Tenure‑Based Additional Days Off.
- Subsidised Private Medical Insurance including dental, vision & mental health therapy.
- Bi‑annual performance reviews and tailored development plans.
- Competitive salary + EMI options scheme.
- Annual compensation review.
- Team lunch provided once a week.
- Quarterly team socials and annual sports day (HIVED Olympics).
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption policy as day 1 right.
- Community volunteer days.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Dog friendly office and depots.
- MacBook Air or Windows Laptop (depending on your preference).
Finance Associate in London employer: HIVED Ltd
At HIVED, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture in the heart of London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous learning opportunities and a collaborative environment where innovation thrives. Join us in revolutionising the logistics industry while enjoying the benefits of working with a passionate team dedicated to sustainability and excellence.
