Accounts Payable Assistant in London

Location: Putney, South West London

Department: Finance

Reports To: Finance Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: £32k to £34k, dependent on experience

Company Overview: Loans 2 Go Limited (L2G) is an industry leader in providing alternative, affordable personal loans; we aim to give lines of credit to those who mainstream lenders have neglected. We are growing and adapting fast; with over 20 years of operation nationwide, we have helped hundreds of thousands of customers and the business has transformed from a traditional high-street lender to a multi-channel, online loan provider. We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and fully compliant with our obligations under Consumer Duty. We understand the importance of providing fair and transparent products and services as the key to unlocking a prosperous future for the business. We will continue to adapt, improve, and implement changes where required to improve our people, the business, and the overall quality of our customer experience.

Job Summary: We are a growing financial services company specialising in loan products, and we are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support our day-to-day finance operations. This role will assist with core financial processes including reconciliations, processing transactions, maintaining accurate records, and supporting month-end activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider finance team to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across our lending and financial activities, contributing to the smooth running of the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Nominal Reconciliations – Maintain accurate financial records by reconciling account balances, investigating discrepancies, and posting necessary adjustments.
• Preparation of Financial Reports & Entries – Produce daily reconciliation reports, chargeback reports, and process relevant accounting entries as required.
• Petty Cash Management – Conduct monthly petty cash counts, reconcile receipts to expenditure, and ensure the balance aligns with the approved fund total.
• Bank Reconciliations – Perform monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring the adjusted bank balance agrees to the general ledger.
• Payment Processing – Process daily refunds, compensation payments, and other authorised payouts accurately and in a timely manner.
• Finance Support & Administration – Provide general administrative support to the finance function as required.
• Month-End Support – Assist with month-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Systems & Software – Utilise Sage, Aurum Solutions, Acquired, and Microsoft Office to carry out finance activities efficiently.

Qualifications:

• GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (gained through work experience, education, or self-study)
• Strong Excel skills, including use of formulas, spreadsheets and data handling
• Confident IT user with experience in Microsoft Office and navigating finance systems
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Some benefits we offer:

• Private Dental Insurance
• Hybrid Working Scheme
• Performance Dependent Bonus
• Up to 33 days holiday inclusive of UK Bank Holidays
• Accrued Holiday Sellback and Carryover Scheme
• Milestone Service Reward Programme
• Life Insurance Cover
• Incapacity Insurance Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer-a-friend Scheme
• Commitment to your Professional Learning and Development

Working Hours: 35 hours per week - Mon – Fri 09:00 – 17:00