IF Company Overview 

2.2 billion people around the world (1/3) do not have safe drinking water (UNICEF), and every year, 1.4 million people lose their lives to unsafe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene (WHO, 2024). 

IF Water is a high growth, award winning business with a long term global mission to increase access to safe drinking water around the world, and reduce the need for transported bottled water. We have developed a proprietary technology capable of purifying undrinkable sources (rivers, floods, wells, seas or even waste water if needed) into premium potable water, without consumable parts, chemicals, or a drop in purity over time. 

We are disrupting the industry and driving set to drive international revenue growth. As we scale and expand, we are seeking a Finance & Administrative Manager to support our international growth.

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Job description:

Do you have a finance and administrative background and want to use your skills to support and help deliver a new water purification technology, increasing access to fresh water around the world and reducing the reliance on plastic bottles? 

We’d like to add some more structure to what we’re doing, and you could be part of it. We are looking for a highly accomplished administrator with a background in finance, accounting, bookkeeping or similar, who is a competent independent problem solver and able to stay on top of our fast paced progress and growth by providing highly efficient and effective administrative support to the organisation. 

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to roll their sleeves up, put their experience to use with lots of responsibility, and make a direct impact on the growth of an exciting new technology company. 

You will be building on your existing administration experience while quickly developing new skills including lean project management, helping evolve our processes, structures and reporting for current and future key projects. You’ll be comfortable with the uncertainty and pace of a small company that’s changing quickly. 

Your Role

Cash Flow and Financial Reporting Management

• Manage cash flow and financial reporting to the CEO, ensuring the timely preparation and filing of Year-End accounts, Corporate Tax returns, VAT returns, and other statutory filings.

Liaison with Bookkeeper and Financial Operations Management

• Liaise with the company’s bookkeeper to manage invoicing, contracts, payroll, and other financial operations as needed.

Audit, Tax, and Compliance Management

• Organise and manage audits, independent accountant reports, and annual R&D tax credit claims. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including intellectual property rights management and timely payments.

Insurance and Risk Management

• Organise and procure company and directors' insurance, ensuring adequate coverage and risk management for the company.

Investor Relations and Data Room Support

• Build and maintain a Data Room for investors, including the preparation of due diligence documents and supporting investor and stakeholder relations.

Board Secretariat and Corporate Governance Support

• Provide board secretariat support, including assembling and distributing papers, setting dates and agendas, minuting meetings, and managing company filings with Companies House.

Grant and Loan Management

• Manage grant applications, submissions, and reporting processes, including market research, relationship building with grant providers, and ensuring compliance with de minimis thresholds.

HR and Administrative Support

• Support HR implementation, manage the relationship with BeyondHR (external provider), and maintain internal HR documentation. Provide additional administrative support such as booking travel, logistics, and minor tasks.

Requirements:

• Must have at least 5 years experience in a senior administrative role (preferably as an Office Manager/Admin Manager). 
• Experience in Accountancy, Bookkeeping or similar.
• You must be a self starter and have a “hit the ground running” attitude and have the ability to cope with interruptions in a constantly changing environment.
• Have first class written and verbal presentation skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Have Tender or Grant support preparation and submission experience (preferred)
• Be highly organised and methodical in your approach to work, with strong planning, organisational skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Work autonomously to prioritise and manage your workload to deliver within tight timescales with the ability to prioritise work to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• A fully supportive and integrated team player contributing to effective performance in achieving strategic goals, with a flexible attitude to deadlines if and when required.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly GSuite (Google Docs)
• We are looking for someone capable, motivated and hungry who wants to keep learning, growing and truly become part of the company.

Values:

• Are known for acting with fairness and integrity
• Set high standards for yourself and others
• Recognise the power of diverse talents
• Build strong relationships with the people around you

Benefits:

• Salary dependent on experience 
• Company EMI Options Scheme 
• Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working
• The ability to make a difference

If you are interested in what we have to offer you, please send a CV with a cover letter to  duncan.peters@ifwater.io explaining why we’re a good fit.