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We want to transform our urban environments by getting people out of cars and onto bikes. Our unique business model allows us to be the most affordable option for Londoners to get around sustainably. 

In short. WE LOVE EBIKES!

Marketing & Advertising

Forest

You should be a part-qualified accountant with 2+ years in public accounting or tech, have a relevant degree, strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge, Excel and Xero skills, and an interest in sustainability.

You will manage accounts payable/receivable, prepare invoices, support month-end close, ensure compliance, maintain records, and assist with financial analysis and process improvements.

Accounting & Tax

Business, Operations & Strategy

London

About Forest We’re Forest. You know, those shared ebikes in London that look like trees. We’re London’s most sustainable shared ebike operator. We bridge the gap between affordability and sustainability, using advertising revenue to offer all users 10 minutes of free cycling every day. Our mission is to help cities move greener—and we’re growing fast. We have just closed the first round (£13 million) of our Series B and are set to expand to another European city this year. Last year, our loyal user base completed over 9 million rides. A Bit About The Role We’re looking for a dynamic Accountant to drive accurate financial reporting and support daily finance operations. You’ll take a hands-on role across general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, and process optimisation, helping us build a strong financial foundation as we scale. You’re someone who enjoys digging into the details, continuously improving systems, and understands how accounting reflects the story of a business. You’ll thrive in a low-structure, high-impact environment where you can grow, take initiative, and shape how we do things. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners. Key responsibilities include: Accounts Payable & Receivable * Process vendor invoices, managing the weekly payment run process * Maintain up-to-date records of supplier payments and expenses * Prepare and issue customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms * Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, and support collections when required Month-End Close & Financial Reporting * Support monthly close processes including reconciliations, journal entries, and reviewing key balance sheet accounts * Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements * Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes Compliance & Documentation * Ensure adherence to UK GAAP/IFRS and international accounting standards * Work with our external accountants to support tax filings (including VAT returns), audits, and financial reporting * Maintain organised, audit-ready records of financial transactions and documentation Operational Support & Projects * Contribute to ad hoc financial analysis for new business lines and special projects * Identify opportunities for process improvements and support their implementation What You’ll Need * Part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) * 2+ years in a top 8 public accounting firm or 3+ of accounting experience in a high-growth tech company * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field * Strong understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP and general ledger accounting * Proficient in Excel and Google Sheets * Experience using accounting software (Xero preferred) * Detail-oriented, organised, and eager to learn * A proactive mindset with a problem-solving approach * A collaborative team player who enjoys working cross-functionally * Interest in sustainability and technology is a plus Location This role will be based at our office in Moorgate. We love collaborating and spending time together in-person with a hybrid approach of 4 days in the office. What You’ll Get In Return 🚲 Free Forest bike rides 🌴 25 days holiday + bank holidays 🩺 Health Insurance Cashplan 📚 Annual personal development budget 🎈 Birthday off 🌯 Free lunch on Fridays 🐣 Enhanced Parental Leave 🥳 Regular Socials Equal opportunities Forest is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, bias, or harassment. Want to create a greener future with us? Join us, and Let's reForest the world together!

About ForestWe’re Forest. You know, those shared ebikes in London that look like trees. We’re London’s most sustainable shared ebike operator. We bridge the gap between affordability and sustainability, using advertising revenue to offer all users 10 minutes of free cycling every day. Our mission is to help cities move greener—and we’re growing fast.We have just closed the first round (£13 million) of our Series B and are set to expand to another European city this year. Last year, our loyal user base completed over 9 million rides.A Bit About The RoleWe’re looking for a dynamic Accountant to drive accurate financial reporting and support daily finance operations. You’ll take a hands-on role across general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, and process optimisation, helping us build a strong financial foundation as we scale.You’re someone who enjoys digging into the details, continuously improving systems, and understands how accounting reflects the story of a business. You’ll thrive in a low-structure, high-impact environment where you can grow, take initiative, and shape how we do things. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners.Key responsibilities include:Accounts Payable & Receivable * Process vendor invoices, managing the weekly payment run process * Maintain up-to-date records of supplier payments and expenses * Prepare and issue customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms * Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, and support collections when required      Month-End Close & Financial Reporting * Support monthly close processes including reconciliations, journal entries, and reviewing key balance sheet accounts * Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements * Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes      Compliance & Documentation * Ensure adherence to UK GAAP/IFRS and international accounting standards * Work with our external accountants to support tax filings (including VAT returns), audits, and financial reporting * Maintain organised, audit-ready records of financial transactions and documentation      Operational Support & Projects * Contribute to ad hoc financial analysis for new business lines and special projects * Identify opportunities for process improvements and support their implementation      What You’ll Need * Part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) * 2+ years in a top 8 public accounting firm or 3+ of accounting experience in a high-growth tech company * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field * Strong understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP and general ledger accounting * Proficient in Excel and Google Sheets * Experience using accounting software (Xero preferred) * Detail-oriented, organised, and eager to learn * A proactive mindset with a problem-solving approach * A collaborative team player who enjoys working cross-functionally * Interest in sustainability and technology is a plus      LocationThis role will be based at our office in Moorgate. We love collaborating and spending time together in-person with a hybrid approach of 4 days in the office.What You’ll Get In Return🚲 Free Forest bike rides🌴 25 days holiday + bank holidays🩺 Health Insurance Cashplan📚 Annual personal development budget🎈 Birthday off🌯 Free lunch on Fridays🐣 Enhanced Parental Leave🥳 Regular SocialsEqual opportunitiesForest is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, bias, or harassment.Want to create a greener future with us? Join us, and Let's reForest the world together!

Accountant - Forest

&lt;strong&gt;About Forest&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;We’re Forest. You know, those shared ebikes in London that look like trees. We’re London’s most sustainable shared ebike operator. We bridge the gap between affordability and sustainability, using advertising revenue to offer all users 10 minutes of free cycling every day. Our mission is to help cities move greener—and we’re growing fast.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We have just closed the first round (£13 million) of our Series B and are set to expand to another European city this year. Last year, our loyal user base completed over 9 million rides.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;A Bit About The Role&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;We’re looking for a dynamic Accountant to drive accurate financial reporting and support daily finance operations. You’ll take a hands-on role across general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, and process optimisation, helping us build a strong financial foundation as we scale.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You’re someone who enjoys digging into the details, continuously improving systems, and understands how accounting reflects the story of a business. You’ll thrive in a low-structure, high-impact environment where you can grow, take initiative, and shape how we do things. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key responsibilities include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Accounts Payable &amp;amp; Receivable&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Process vendor invoices, managing the weekly payment run process&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintain up-to-date records of supplier payments and expenses&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Prepare and issue customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, and support collections when required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Month-End Close &amp;amp; Financial Reporting&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Support monthly close processes including reconciliations, journal entries, and reviewing key balance sheet accounts&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Compliance &amp;amp; Documentation&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure adherence to UK GAAP/IFRS and international accounting standards&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work with our external accountants to support tax filings (including VAT returns), audits, and financial reporting&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintain organised, audit-ready records of financial transactions and documentation&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Operational Support &amp;amp; Projects&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Contribute to ad hoc financial analysis for new business lines and special projects&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Identify opportunities for process improvements and support their implementation&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You’ll Need&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;2+ years in a top 8 public accounting firm or 3+ of accounting experience in a high-growth tech company&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP and general ledger accounting&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficient in Excel and Google Sheets&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience using accounting software (Xero preferred)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Detail-oriented, organised, and eager to learn&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A proactive mindset with a problem-solving approach&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A collaborative team player who enjoys working cross-functionally&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Interest in sustainability and technology is a plus&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;This role will be based at our office in Moorgate. We love collaborating and spending time together in-person with a hybrid approach of 4 days in the office.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You’ll Get In Return&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;🚲 Free Forest bike rides&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🌴 25 days holiday + bank holidays&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🩺 Health Insurance Cashplan&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;📚 Annual personal development budget&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🎈 Birthday off&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🌯 Free lunch on Fridays&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🐣 Enhanced Parental Leave&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🥳 Regular Socials&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Equal opportunities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Forest is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, bias, or harassment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Want to create a greener future with us? Join us, and Let's reForest the world together!

Accountant

You have 1-2 years of B2C customer service experience, strong communication skills, tech-savvy, proactive, adaptable, detail-oriented, emotionally intelligent, and can work independently or in a team.

You will engage with customers via various channels, gather feedback, monitor user journeys for support needs, manage background tasks, report bugs, and assist in shaping company culture and tone.

Customer Relations

Marketing

A Bit About Forest We’re Forest. You know, those shared ebikes in London that look like trees. We’re London’s most sustainable shared ebike operator. We bridge the gap between affordability and sustainability, using advertising revenue to offer all users 10 minutes of free cycling every day. Our mission is to help cities move greener—and we’re growing fast. A Bit About The Role We're on the hunt for a friendly, hardworking, and all-around great communicator who cares passionately about delivering top-notch experiences to our users. As our Support & Community Champion, you'll be the eyes and ears of Forest, answering all their questions and resolving any issues via phone, email, or live chat. We hate robotic conversations, so we keep things warm and bubbly - just like you! Hours & Location: Hours: Monday to Friday 1pm-9pm Location: Remote in the UK Your key responsibilities include: * Being the voice of Forest to new and existing customers via email, phone call, and live chat. * Collecting and sharing customer feedback & insights with the rest of the team for potential improvements to our operations, product, and technology. * Proactively reaching out to customers who may require support by analysing live journeys. * Completing background tasks such as identify verifications, damage reports, ending abandoned rides and other tasks. * Supporting the Head of Support & Community with any ad-hoc tasks. * Reporting and flagging any bugs immediately to the correct team. * Helping to form our culture and tone of voice, and bring a fresh pair of eyes to everything. Who you are: * You have 1-2 years of experience (this is an entry-level role) and are eager to learn and kick-start your career. * You're an excellent communicator both written and verbal. * You’re proactive you don’t wait for problems, you prevent the problems. * You're Tech Savvy and can learn new systems and software quickly. * You can work independently as well as part of a team and can adapt quickly to any situation. * You have great emotional intelligence - you can relate to anybody, especially with frustrated people. * You have impeccable attention to detail and are well-organised. * You know how to have a laugh and have fun! (who says work has to be boring). * You're flexible with your working hours and can accommodate overtime opportunities. Bonuses but not essential: * You've previously worked in a B2C customer service role. * You’ve worked closely with other teams in a business (such as Tech, Marketing, Operations) to resolve problems with the product or service. What You’ll Get In Return 🚲 Free Forest bike rides if you’re based in London 🌴 25 days holiday + bank holidays 🩺 Health Insurance Cashplan 📚 Annual personal development budget 🎈 Birthday off 🐣 Enhanced Parental Leave 🥳 Regular Socials Equal opportunities Forest is an equal opportunities employer. We invest in diversity, assure equality and promote expression. We do not accept any form of harassment, bias or discrimination towards applicants and employees. Want to create a greener future with us? Join us, and Let's reForest the world together!

A Bit About ForestWe’re Forest. You know, those shared ebikes in London that look like trees. We’re London’s most sustainable shared ebike operator. We bridge the gap between affordability and sustainability, using advertising revenue to offer all users 10 minutes of free cycling every day. Our mission is to help cities move greener—and we’re growing fast.A Bit About The RoleWe're on the hunt for a friendly, hardworking, and all-around great communicator who cares passionately about delivering top-notch experiences to our users. As our Support & Community Champion, you'll be the eyes and ears of Forest, answering all their questions and resolving any issues via phone, email, or live chat. We hate robotic conversations, so we keep things warm and bubbly - just like you!Hours & Location:Hours: Monday to Friday 1pm-9pmLocation: Remote in the UKYour key responsibilities include: * Being the voice of Forest to new and existing customers via email, phone call, and live chat. * Collecting and sharing customer feedback & insights with the rest of the team for potential improvements to our operations, product, and technology. * Proactively reaching out to customers who may require support by analysing live journeys. * Completing background tasks such as identify verifications, damage reports, ending abandoned rides and other tasks. * Supporting the Head of Support & Community with any ad-hoc tasks. * Reporting and flagging any bugs immediately to the correct team. * Helping to form our culture and tone of voice, and bring a fresh pair of eyes to everything.      Who you are: * You have 1-2 years of experience (this is an entry-level role) and are eager to learn and kick-start your career. * You're an excellent communicator both written and verbal. * You’re proactive you don’t wait for problems, you prevent the problems. * You're Tech Savvy and can learn new systems and software quickly. * You can work independently as well as part of a team and can adapt quickly to any situation. * You have great emotional intelligence - you can relate to anybody, especially with frustrated people. * You have impeccable attention to detail and are well-organised. * You know how to have a laugh and have fun! (who says work has to be boring). * You're flexible with your working hours and can accommodate overtime opportunities.      Bonuses but not essential: * You've previously worked in a B2C customer service role. * You’ve worked closely with other teams in a business (such as Tech, Marketing, Operations) to resolve problems with the product or service.      What You’ll Get In Return🚲 Free Forest bike rides if you’re based in London🌴 25 days holiday + bank holidays🩺 Health Insurance Cashplan📚 Annual personal development budget🎈 Birthday off🐣 Enhanced Parental Leave🥳 Regular SocialsEqual opportunitiesForest is an equal opportunities employer. We invest in diversity, assure equality and promote expression. We do not accept any form of harassment, bias or discrimination towards applicants and employees.Want to create a greener future with us? Join us, and Let's reForest the world together!

Support & Community Champion - Forest

London, England, United Kingdom

&lt;strong&gt;A Bit About Forest&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;We’re Forest. You know, those shared ebikes in London that look like trees. We’re London’s most sustainable shared ebike operator. We bridge the gap between affordability and sustainability, using advertising revenue to offer all users 10 minutes of free cycling every day. Our mission is to help cities move greener—and we’re growing fast.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;A Bit About The Role&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;We're on the hunt for a friendly, hardworking, and all-around great communicator who cares passionately about delivering top-notch experiences to our users. As our Support &amp;amp; Community Champion, you'll be the eyes and ears of Forest, answering all their questions and resolving any issues via phone, email, or live chat. We hate robotic conversations, so we keep things warm and bubbly - just like you!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hours &amp;amp; Location:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hours:&lt;/strong&gt; Monday to Friday &lt;strong&gt;1pm-9pm&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Remote in the UK&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Your key responsibilities include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Being the voice of Forest to new and existing customers via email, phone call, and live chat.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collecting and sharing customer feedback &amp;amp; insights with the rest of the team for potential improvements to our operations, product, and technology.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proactively reaching out to customers who may require support by analysing live journeys.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Completing background tasks such as identify verifications, damage reports, ending abandoned rides and other tasks.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supporting the Head of Support &amp;amp; Community with any ad-hoc tasks.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reporting and flagging any bugs immediately to the correct team.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Helping to form our culture and tone of voice, and bring a fresh pair of eyes to everything.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Who you are:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;You have 1-2 years of experience (this is an entry-level role) and are eager to learn and kick-start your career.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You're an excellent communicator both written and verbal.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You’re proactive you don’t wait for problems, you prevent the problems.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You're Tech Savvy and can learn new systems and software quickly.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You can work independently as well as part of a team and can adapt quickly to any situation.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You have great emotional intelligence - you can relate to anybody, especially with frustrated people.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You have impeccable attention to detail and are well-organised.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You know how to have a laugh and have fun! (who says work has to be boring).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You're flexible with your working hours and can accommodate overtime opportunities.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bonuses but not essential:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;You've previously worked in a B2C customer service role.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You’ve worked closely with other teams in a business (such as Tech, Marketing, Operations) to resolve problems with the product or service.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You’ll Get In Return&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;🚲 Free Forest bike rides if you’re based in London&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🌴 25 days holiday + bank holidays&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🩺 Health Insurance Cashplan&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;📚 Annual personal development budget&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🎈 Birthday off&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🐣 Enhanced Parental Leave&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;🥳 Regular Socials&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Equal opportunities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Forest&lt;/strong&gt; is an equal opportunities employer. We invest in diversity, assure equality and promote expression. We do not accept any form of harassment, bias or discrimination towards applicants and employees.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Want to create a greener future with us? Join us, and Let's reForest the world together!

Forest

Mission

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Critical Mass

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