At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the finance team with invoicing, billing queries, and financial analysis.
- Company: Expanding online retail business in Central London with a fun culture.
- Benefits: Salary up to £30,000, study support for ACCA/CIMA, and career progression.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and kickstart your finance career with real responsibilities.
- Qualifications: Finance graduate or 1-3 years of finance experience required.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 30000 £ per year.
Based in Central London (4 days per week in office)
£27,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience) plus benefits
Successful and expanding online retail business is looking for an Assistant Accountant to work in their finance team in their UK head office in Central London on a permanent basis.
Working closely within a small team and reporting into the Financial Controller, the role of the Assistant Accountant will involve supporting the finance team in a range of accounting and controlling tasks along with various other ad hoc responsibilities. The position offers a structured career path and will offer an increased scope of work as the individual progresses. The role will also offer study support for either ACCA or CIMA exams once the probationary period has been completed.
Responsibilities for the Assistant Accountant will include:
- Prepare and process client invoices
- Investigate and resolve billing queries
- Support weekly Accounts Payable and tracking
- Run and distribute weekly AR and AP reports
- Create order numbers and customer records
- Investigate and reallocate miscoded costs
- Ad hoc financial analysis
- General financial and business partnering tasks when required
Candidate requirements:
- Finance graduate or somebody with 1-3 years finance experience
- Must have previous accounts payable and accounts receivable experience
- Ability to hit the ground running
- Outgoing and enthusiastic
- Willing to learn and keen to develop
- Organised and able to meet various weekly/monthly deadlines
- Excellent communication and IT skills
- Versatile, flexible and has attention to detail
- Looking to take further professional exams (ACCA or CIMA)
Applicants for the Assistant Accountant position should be finance/accounting graduates and/or have 1-3 years of finance experience in a fast-paced environment. You should be able to hit the ground running and be able to absorb increased responsibilities. The company offers excellent scope for career progression within a dynamic, rewarding and fun environment.
Assistant Accountant employer: GMT Recruitment Ltd
As a global leader in its field, this company offers an exceptional work environment for newly qualified ACA or ACCA professionals seeking to embark on an international career. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, competitive benefits including a discretionary bonus and healthcare, and the unique opportunity to travel extensively while influencing change on a global scale, this role promises a rewarding and enriching experience in West London.
