Administrative and Accounting Assistant (w/German) - Cultivated Meat

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About us

We are a fast growing, innovative, and ambitious food technology company developing real meat - cultivated directly from animal cells. Our mission is to provide delicious, high quality cultivated meat at a fair price. Better for people, animals and the planet.

Our vision is to become a household brand for cultivated meat, thereby accelerating the transition to a global food system that is environmentally, ethically and economically sustainable.

Are you looking for an opportunity to work and shape something big & meaningful? We are always seeking new and curious minds to join us at MIRAI Foods.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work and shape something big & meaningful:provide the world with sustainable proteins – without the downsides of industrial farming
• Contribute to bringing cultured meat to market:have the unique influence and impact in the future of our global food system
• Ownership and responsibility: be in charge of how you deliver your work and set the standard for the rest of the company
• Young, dynamic and experienced team:work together with professionals with many years of experience across multiple sectors & industries

Your responsibilities

• Review and maintain accurate financial documents, files and records for accuracy, completeness, validity, and adherence to company standards
• Apply accounting procedures and practices to the analysis of basic accounting problems
• Analyze and interpret accounting data, verify accuracy of billing data and correct any errors
• Execute daily administrative / operational tasks and prepare detailed reports and correspondence to management
• Provide administrative support, including distributing, filing, and processing mail, and other correspondence, etc.
• Ad-hoc tasks across different functions and seniority levels (e.g. preparing presentation materials, go-to person for all office needs, handling of building maintenance requests)

What we are looking for

• Passionate to work for and help build a start-up
• Motivated, committed and easy to work with – we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds
• Adaptive mindset: Our challenges change regularly – no workday is alike
• Self-starter and organized: You take the initiative & structure your work self-sufficiently
• Cultural alignment: We are fast, dynamic, open, respectful, professional and fun to work with
• Fluency in English and German is a must; additional languages a plus

Specific Requirements

• Formal training as a bookkeeper or 2+ years of financial record-keeping experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google apps, and other web applications
• Excellent communication (written, verbal, presentation and listening) in German and English
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated, flexible, and comfortable with a fast-paced start-up environment
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: upbeat, can-do attitude, friendly and professional

We look forward to hearing from you! Please click on “apply for this job” to submit a complete application, including CV, cover letter, references and degree certificates.