London | £40,000-£45,000 + excellent discretionary bonus | on-site working
Robert Half Financial Services are recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join the finance team of a highly successful quantitative investment firm in London.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the beginning of their accounting career. Alongside the fundamentals of management accounts, financial reporting and reconciliations, you'll get exposure to automation, financial systems, data and process improvement within a highly analytical environment.
The Role
You'll take responsibility for a broad range of accounting activities, including:
Supporting the production of monthly management accounts and financial statements
Preparing accurate reporting for internal and external stakeholders
Analysing financial information to support decision-making
Assisting with general ledger accounting, journals and reconciliations
Supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
Providing occasional cover across AP and AR
Supporting audit requirements and maintaining appropriate financial controls
Identifying opportunities to automate and improve recurring finance processes
Using tools such as Excel, Python, SQL or VBA to improve data handling and reporting
About You
This would suit someone who has recently started their career in accounting and wants considerably broader exposure than a traditional junior accounting position.
You'll ideally have:
A strong mathematical or analytical background, whether at school or university
Some practical exposure to accounting or audit, whether through employment, an internship or similar experience
An interest in working towards ACCA or CIMA
Strong Excel skills and an interest in using technology to make finance more efficient
Exposure to Python, SQL, VBA or similar tools would be particularly useful
Strong numerical and analytical ability
Excellent attention to detail
The confidence to work with both technical and non-technical colleagues, including senior stakeholders within the company
A genuine interest in accountancy - this is not a bridge to front office roles ...
Graduate Trainee employer: Robert Half Careers
Join a dynamic and innovative international organisation in Manchester, where your expertise as a Group Reporting Manager will be valued and impactful. With a strong focus on employee development, a collaborative work culture, and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, this role offers not just a competitive salary and bonus but also a chance to contribute to meaningful improvements within the finance function. Embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of our growing team and take your career to new heights in a supportive environment that champions professional growth.
