Management Accountant

Mindful Chef; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job description

As a proud B-Corp, we focus on using business as a force for good. We do this by balancing out people and planet with profit. For every Mindful Chef recipe box bought we donate the equivalent of a school meal to a child in a less developed country (over 21 million meals donated and counting...) and we have also pledged to go Net Zero by 2030 but there are so many other initiatives that we would love to tell you about!

What we are looking for

We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our core finance team. This role will be key to tracking our performance as we grow, including the reporting to Nestle.

This is a rare opportunity to join a small, high-performance team with big ambitions, and great scope to make a real impact on the future of Mindful Chef. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities within an ultra fast-paced environment.

You are

• A chartered accountant (or near qualification)
• Advanced excel skills, data analysis and good at extracting the “so what” from the data
• A technical expert, with high attention to detail
• Good with databases and queries, or have a desire to learn how to use them
• An enthusiastic, approachable and ambitious person
• Unafraid of suggesting new ways to drive the company forwards
• Be willing to juggle a host of responsibilities, learning on the job in a fast-paced environment

You will

• Delivery of accurate, timely, relevant reporting and accounting information, supporting with management accounts preparation, financial reporting to Nestle and the annual external audit
• Key involvement in the month end close process, as well as month end balance sheet postings
• Oversight of overhead costs, providing solutions to reduce spend where possible
• Demonstrating technical expertise, developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. Work closely with external advisors on any new accounting treatment required or proposed
• Ensure accurate and timely compliance with the company’s corporate requirements e.g. VAT returns & payroll taxes

Systems & Processes

• Work closely with data to drive automation of information, driving efficiency & to better allow for value-add insight from finance vs data collection
• Manage future changes or improvements to our accounting software, tools and internal processes

Why us?

A competitive package that rewards your skills and dedication.

Flexibility of remote or hybrid working from our office based in Wandsworth.

Be part of a Better Business (B-Corp), making a positive impact on profit, people, and planet.

Join an award-winning startup backed by the largest food and beverage company globally.

Experience a workplace that feels like home, complete with free meals, a gym, a vertical farm, and pet-friendly policies.

Prioritise your well-being with perks like Vitality health insurance, access to learning resources, mental health support, and a generous holiday package (30 days + bank holidays).

Enjoy a 50% discount on all Mindful Chef products.

Enhanced policy of 6 months full pay primary parental leave and 6 weeks full pay secondary parental leave.

About us

We are MINDFUL. This is intrinsic to everything we do. From the healthy recipes we design, to the local, expert and caring suppliers we select and the way we treat each other, our customers and our environment.

We are CONNECTED to each other and the world around us, championing a food system that supports both people and planetary health. Guided by our community, we value shared food memories, trust, openness, and honest relationships—staying real and true to ourselves and each other as we grow.

We are UNAFRAID. We want to be the best – to challenge conventions, to think differently and be imaginative in how we solve problems. Brave enough to take on the big players and to do what’s right even when it’s difficult.

Equal Opportunities

At Mindful Chef, we embrace diversity and inclusion as a foundation that enriches our culture and fuels the success of our business. We are mindful of everyone’s differences and we take pride in the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that each individual brings to our team.

We are unafraid to tackle biases and challenge stereotypes, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their personal strengths. Our commitment to diversity is not just a policy; it's a personal and collective responsibility that we take to heart.

We believe that by being mindful of our differences, unafraid to confront barriers, and embracing the personal stories and journeys of our team members, we can achieve greater innovation, creativity, and harmony in the workplace. Together we celebrate diversity, and together we are better.