Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - Central London

£24,000-£30,000

We are seeking a fun. humble, and career-focused Accounts Assistant eager to join one of London's fastest-growing entrepreneurial enterprises.

This company boasts a world-class culture, deeply invested in the well-being and continuous growth of its employees.

Operating akin to a consulting firm, our organization offers unparalleled exposure to a diverse array of key clients and sectors, promising an unmatched variety in experiences.

Our client is an outsourced accounting firm transcending the mundane day-to-day accounting tasks. However, above all, we value exceptional human qualities - culture is paramount in our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Using cloud accounting systems (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage One/Live) to maintain accurate records for a portfolio of clients.
• Performing bank reconciliations, processing receipts and payments.
• Preparing VAT returns for a portfolio of clients prior to review.
• Preparing suggested payment run files for client approval.
• Preparing monthly payroll changes and communicating with our payroll team for a portfolio of clients.
• Completing period end close activities including the relevant month end adjustments i.e. prepayments, accruals and journals.
• Preparing the monthly accounts including standard reporting from the accounting system.
• Supporting our finance managers with monthly and quarterly reporting including account closing procedures.
• Support in consulting-style workshops.
• Support with systems implementations.
• Ad hoc support for finance managers and business advisors as required.
• Liaising with clients and developing strong working relationships.
• Providing regular status updates on client deliverables.

Who we’re looking for:

We seek an individual residing in London with a solid foundation in accounting. While prior experience in outsourced accounting is advantageous, it is not mandatory.

To apply or learn more, please reach out promptly.

Package:

£23,000 - £29,000 (experience dependent).

Discretionary performance related bonus (up to 5%).

Pension contributions.

Study package (tuition, study days, first-time pass bonuses) for professional qualification as an apprentice.