Accountant

Turnbull & Asser; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in luxury shirt-making is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their finance department in London. The role involves managing Accounts Payable/Receivable processes using Quickbooks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across operations. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Accounts.
• Strong knowledge of Quickbooks.
• Experience working with multiple currencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable/Receivable processes effectively.
• Complete monthly cycle of Accounts Payable/Receivable.
• Collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Quickbooks

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Analytical skills

Job description

ACCOUNTANT

Founded in 1885, Turnbull and Asser is a British shirtmaker, creating luxurious shirts and ties in its workrooms. Priding itself on superior craftsmanship and personal service, these qualities were recognised by HM King Charles III with the bestowal of a Royal Warrant in 1980. Rich in history and yet forward-thinking, Turnbull and Asser have dressed influential men and women including royalty and captains of industry to artists and stars of stage and screen in beautifully made English shirts. Today, the heritage brand continues to focus on ready-to-wear, Made to Measure, and Bespoke shirts and ties at the centre of its clothing range for individuals that appreciate quality and craftsmanship.

SUMMARY OF ROLE

Job Title: Accountant

Department: Finance

The Accountant will play a key role in our finance department, using Quickbooks to ensure the smooth running of operations. You will work closely with managers across the business to ensure high accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• Strong knowledge of Quickbooks and other systems to manage Accounts Payable/Receivable processes effectively.
• Experience completing the monthly cycle of Accounts Payable/Receivable, including month-end processes.
• Proficiency in balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Experience with cash flow reporting.
• Initiative in implementing new processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the Finance Department.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other departments.
• Experience processing invoices accurately, resolving queries or discrepancies.
• Handling employee expense claims and credit card statements.
• Payroll liaison and administration experience.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving historical discrepancies.
• Managing one entity and preparing payment runs for approval.
• Responding to and resolving accounts queries.
• Acting as an audit liaison for payables and receivables queries.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Accounts, with strong Quickbooks knowledge.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks and collaborate across departments.
• Questioning mindset with confidence to challenge processes and suggest improvements.
• Proven adaptability to changing systems and successful implementation of new initiatives.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm, in our Mayfair London office.
• Strong analytical skills and logical thinking to identify and resolve issues within the Accounts process.
• Experience working with multiple currencies.

Driven, collaborative, with a hands-on attitude.