Account Officer

Swapnil Holdings Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an Account Officer to manage financial records and processes. The ideal candidate will maintain accounts payable and receivable, prepare financial statements, and assist with audits. Role requires strong analytical skills and compliance knowledge. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within the finance sector.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including ledgers and journals.
• Process invoices and other financial transactions accurately.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Handle client inquiries and resolve account issues.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax laws.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• May assist in budget and financial forecast preparation.
• Analyze financial data for trends and opportunities.

Skills

Financial record keeping

Transaction processing

Account reconciliation

Financial reporting

Client interaction

Compliance knowledge

Auditing assistance

Budgeting and forecasting

Data analysis

Job description

An Account Officer manages financial records, processes transactions, and ensures financial accuracy within an organization. Their responsibilities include maintaining accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, and assisting with audits. They also play a crucial role in client relationship management by handling inquiries and resolving account issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate financial records, including ledgers, journals, and other supporting documentation.
• Transaction Processing: Processing invoices, payments, and other financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconciling bank statements and other financial accounts to ensure consistency and identify any discrepancies.
• Financial Reporting: Assisting in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and other financial documents.
• Client Interaction: Handling client inquiries, providing information about accounts, and resolving any issues or discrepancies.
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax laws, and other regulations.
• Auditing: Assisting in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: May be involved in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing financial data to identify trends, potential issues, and opportunities for improvement.