Accounts Assistant presso The First Mile

About First Mile  

At First Mile, we’re on a mission to slow down climate change. How? By delivering smarter waste and recycling solutions that help businesses cut carbon, save money, and do good for the planet. 

We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading B2B sustainability and waste partners – working with over 30,000 businesses including names like Pret, Zara, and Amazon. We blend sustainability expertise with smart tech to deliver the best customer experience in the sector – and we’re only just getting started. 

Named Independent Operator of the Year 2024, we’ve got the pace and culture of a start-up with the stability of an established business – and we’re having a big impact. 

 
Your Mission 

To support and assist in maintaining the day-to-day operations of the finance department.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day management of supplier invoices, payments, and expense processing, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies. This role is key to maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and contributing to the smooth running of the finance function.

What You’ll Own 

·       Accurately process supplier invoices, credit notes, and staff expenses in line with company procedures.

·       Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, resolving discrepancies promptly.

·       Prepare and process supplier payment runs (BACS/cheque/other payment methods) within agreed terms.

·       Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on outstanding items.

·       Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of accounts payable transactions.

·       Respond to supplier and internal queries in a timely and professional manner.

·       Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting.

·       Support the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks and projects as required.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Behavioural Attributes 

·       Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

·       Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

·       Ability to build positive working relationships with suppliers and colleagues.

General Skills

·       Able to cope with working in a high volume, fast paced, demanding environment

·       Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and processing.

·       Good problem-solving skills

·       Able to work with minimal supervision

Knowledge & Technical Skills

·       Knowledge of MS Excel

·       Comfortable with numbers with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial people

Benefits

Our Values 💚 
 

• Amaze Customers – through brilliant service and communications 

• Love the Planet – every decision we make considers our impact 
• Be One Team – we collaborate, support, and win together 
  

What We Offer:

• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Clear pathways for career (and salary) progression within our dynamic team.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day for each year of service.
• A £60 monthly allowance for personal use (e.g., gym membership, pampering, travel).
• Enhanced parental leave scheme because family matters.
• Regular social events, drinks, and food.
• A supportive, collaborative workplace within a rapidly growing, award-winning company.

Ready to make an impact? 

Apply now to help build a best-in-class customer experience that will enable businesses to boost their impact.