Accountant

Fit For Life; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services company in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced financial administrator. The role involves assisting in financial analysis, ensuring VAT compliance, managing accounts payable and receivable, and preparing invoices. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail, experience in financial record-keeping, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. This position offers the opportunity to provide crucial financial and administrative support across various departments.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis and accounting practices.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sales quotation, costing, and pricing analysis.
• Prepare VAT-compliant invoices and ensure timely VAT returns.
• Enter vendor invoices into the ERP system and verify accuracy.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Manage outgoing payments including vendor bills and employee reimbursements.
• Upload batch payments to online banking and perform bank reconciliations.
• Maintain full sets of accounts and execute monthly closing.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and income statement items.
• Generate monthly financial reports including AP, AR, and Cash Flow.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and track inventory transactions.
• Coordinate with external payroll service providers.
• Liaise with auditors, tax officers, customs, and banks.
• Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
• Provide financial support across departments.
• Handle ad-hoc financial tasks and special assignments.

Job description

• Assist in sales quotation, costing, and pricing analysis
• Prepare VAT-compliant invoices and ensure timely filing of VAT returns
• Enter vendor invoices into the ERP system and verify accuracy with PO/GRN
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up outstanding customer payments
• Manage outgoing payments including vendor bills, employee reimbursements, and statutory obligations
• Upload batch payments to online banking and perform bank reconciliations
• Maintain full sets of accounts and execute monthly closing in line with accounting standards
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts & income statement items with supporting documents
• Generate monthly AP, AR, GL & Cash Flow reports
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and track inventory transactions
• Coordinate with external payroll service providers
• Liaise with auditors, tax officers, customs, and banks to support compliance
• Assist in budget preparation, cost control & financial forecasting
• Provide financial and administrative support across departments
• Handle ad-hoc financial tasks and special assignments from management