Accounts Assistant - junior / graduate role in City of London

Accounts Assistant - junior / graduate role in City of London

City of London Full-Time On-site
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This is an Assistant Accountant role within an international finance team, supporting month-end reporting, reconciliations, financial analysis, audits, tax compliance, and transactional finance activities across multiple countries. The position offers broad exposure to management accounting, international operations, process improvement, and technology-driven finance projects while working closely with global colleagues.

Client Details

Our client is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their international finance team, supporting month-end reporting, reconciliations, financial analysis, audits, and transactional finance activities across multiple jurisdictions.

Description

  • Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and group reporting.
  • Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments, intercompany reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Support weekly and monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and year-end accounts preparation.
  • Process purchase invoices, employee expenses, treasury transactions, and bank reconciliations.
  • Assist with audits, tax compliance activities, and the maintenance of internal controls.
  • Work closely with international finance teams while supporting process improvement and finance technology projects.

Profile

  • Previous experience in an accounting or finance role with a good understanding of accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
  • Strong Excel skills, including the use of lookups and pivot tables.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
  • Confident communicator who enjoys working collaboratively within a team and across international locations.
  • Keen to begin, an AAT, ACCA, or CIMA qualification.
  • Interested in process improvement and the use of AI to enhance finance operations.

Job Offer

  • Salary ranging from Β£35,000 to Β£40,000, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Hybrid working
  • Broad exposure across management accounting, reporting, audits, tax and treasury activities.
  • Opportunity to work within an international finance function across multiple countries.
  • Involvement in finance transformation, automation and AI-driven process improvement projects.
  • Strong career development opportunities alongside professional qualification support.
  • Collaborative and technology-focused environment with exposure to senior finance stakeholders.

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Accounts Assistant - junior / graduate role in City of London employer: Michael Page

ASDA is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Leeds. With a strong commitment to employee growth, ASDA provides numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement, alongside competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, making it an attractive workplace for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in one of the UK's leading retail brands.

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Contact Details:

Michael Page Recruitment Team