Finance Assistant

Who we are:

At Wild Bio we are radically enhancing crops to feed the world sustainably and promote a wilder planet. Wild plants have had half a billion years to evolve natural solutions for thriving in almost every environment on Earth. Our proprietary genetics platform harnesses these wild innovations to enhance the world’s most important crops. Wild-enhanced crops would simultaneously boost farm yields and promote gigaton-scale carbon mitigation strategies. If you’re looking for a start-up that has enormous potential for impact on growers, consumers, and the planet, please read on.

Wild Bio is a well-funded, fast-paced Oxford University spin-out working from state-of-the-art labs and offices at Milton Park, Oxfordshire. We are about to enter an exciting phase of growth and are looking for a highly organised and motivated Finance Assistant to join us and significantly contribute to delivering the change we believe in. The role: We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support our Finance Lead. This role will be instrumental in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day financial operations.

Detailed responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices, payments, credit card transactions and expense claims accurately and in a timely manner.

• Reconcile bank statements/credit cards and financial records.

• Reconciling monthly balance sheet accounts and preparing adjustment journals.

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.

• Maintain and update financial data in accounting systems.

• Support internal audits and compliance checks.

• Collaborate with team members to streamline financial processes. Knowledge and skills:

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role.

• Good Excel skills.

• Knowledge in financial software – ideally Xero.

• Understanding of basic accounting principles.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Group life cover x 3 of base salary.

• Pension.

• Private medical insurance.

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

• Regular company socials.

• Complimentary refreshments throughout the week.

• Team meals including breakfast on a Monday and lunch each Friday, creating opportunities for informal networking and team bonding.

• Training and development opportunities.

• Flexible working opportunities.

Location

We’re headquartered in Milton Park, a business and technology park in Oxfordshire. We are a small, fast-paced team working on cutting-edge science, and we believe the relationships forged and the work we do in-person will be crucial for our success. This is a part-time, hybrid role for 22.5 hours per week, requiring 1-2 days in the office each week.

The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

To apply, please click here.