Accounting &Administrative Assistant

JAC Recruitment (UK) Ltd.; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Professional to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. The ideal candidate will have solid accounting experience, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in accounting software like Sage and QuickBooks. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving company while developing your career in the finance sector. If you are passionate about numbers and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in accounting or finance-related roles, preferably in trading.
• High level of accuracy in financial transactions and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare basic financial reports and assist in audits.
• Handle office correspondence and documentation.

Skills

Accounting Experience

Strong Numerical Skills

Sage

QuickBooks

Attention to Detail

Regulatory Knowledge

Fluent in English

Japanese

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

Accounting Duties:

• Assist in managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Process invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support month-end closing.
• Prepare basic financial reports and assist in audits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting regulations.
• Calculation of Payroll

Administrative Duties:

• Handle office correspondence, filing, and documentation.
• Support the preparation of contracts, reports, and business documents.
• Liaise with suppliers, clients, and internal teams for smooth operations.

Skills and Requirements:

• Accounting Experience: Solid experience in accounting or finance-related roles, preferably within the trading industry.
• Strong Numerical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data accurately, perform calculations efficiently, and interpret financial reports.
• Accounting Software Proficiency: Expertise in using Sage, QuickBooks, or other accounting software for bookkeeping, invoicing, and financial reporting.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in financial transactions, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of accounting principles, tax regulations, and compliance standards.
• Support the preparation of contracts, reports, and business documents.
• Liaise with suppliers, clients, and internal teams for smooth operations.
• Fluent in English. Japanese is advantage.

Eligible to work in UK without restriction.

We regret to inform applicants that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.