About the role

As a key member of our finance team, the Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for the processing and payment of our supplier invoices in a timely and accurate manner. Initially reporting to the Financial Controller, you will also deal with any supplier queries and issues as well as using our accounting software, Xero, to perform bank reconciliations and to review the Aged Payables reports. You will have the opportunity to upskill and the ability to collaborate with a small Finance team for a company with operations both in the UK and the Netherlands. As the company expands, you will also get the opportunity to work on other internal projects and widen the scope of the role.

About Itero

We are a recycling technology company working on solutions for a circular future for plastics. Our proprietary technology is a process for chemical recycling, a growing and innovative industry that offers new solutions for waste plastics and differs from traditional methods of recycling plastics. Chemical recycling, sometimes also called advanced recycling, converts otherwise non-recyclable plastic waste into resources for producing virgin-quality plastic products. Alongside our R&D pilot plant near Heathrow, we are developing our recycling facility in the Netherlands, which will be capable of processing up to 27,000 tonnes per year of mixed plastic waste.

Our cleantech solutions are powered by a group of ambitious and innovative thinkers, with a shared passion for tackling the most pressing environmental issues. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team in the growing sustainability sector. This role would suit a self-starter with a passion for clean technology and the circular economy, who wants to have a central role in shaping Itero’s direction, culture, and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for all aspects of payments and invoice processing
• Manage the Accounts Payable (AP) inbox daily
• Upload and correctly code supplier invoices into the accounting system (Xero)
• Match purchase orders to invoices as appropriate
• Accurately prepare and set invoices for a weekly payment run
• Work with our leadership team to make sure all invoices are approved before payment
• Execute weekly payment operations, including domestic and international wire transfers.
• Complete bank statement reconciliations
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier payments, payroll, employee reimbursements, and other ad hoc payments
• Work with internal stakeholders to resolve payment queries and escalate where necessary
• Communicate with suppliers regarding payment inquiries and issues
• Perform reconciliations against supplier statements
• Apply credit notes against supplier invoices when needed
• Review Aged Payables for outstanding supplier invoices
• Create Purchase Orders when needed
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirement
• Support the Finance team with any ad hoc requests

Desired Qualities

• Sufficient experience in a finance role, preferably in Accounts Payable
• Experience using an accounting system – the ability to use Xero and/or Dext is highly beneficial
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail

Personal qualities

• A proactive and can-do attitude – willing to push yourself out of your comfort zone.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels of seniority.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Key benefits

• 25 days holiday (not including public holidays)
• Hybrid working
• Health insurance
• Personal development budget
• Fun & dog-friendly office (includes gym and bar)
• Cycle to work scheme

Our Company Culture

Who we are

As we are committed to creating the best possible engineering processes, we are also committed to building a great workplace. We strive to foster an environment of trust and opportunity, where ambitious people can take pride in their work as individuals and as a team, and are supported to grow.

At all levels of our company, there must be flexibility and independence. We trust employees to make their own decisions, and we value those who can work independently and take initiative. We want to support our team in both their personal and professional lives, and understand this means different things for different individuals. With Itero, you’ll have high exposure to other parts of the business, you won’t be boxed into a particular position or level, and we’ll invest in your career development.

Our approach

Part of being a great place to work is finding the right people and ensuring they have the conditions to thrive. For us, that means practicing inclusive and non-discriminatory hiring practices, as we believe talent can be found anywhere, but acknowledge that it is not always recognised or uplifted. Our approach to inclusive hiring is something we are actively learning and developing. We are open to feedback on how to improve.

Read more at our website: https://www.itero-tech.com/careers-and-culture