Accounting Assistant (12 months FTC)

OTL Solutions; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in last-mile delivery is seeking an Accounting Assistant to cover maternity leave for 12 months, with potential for a permanent role. This position offers a blend of remote work and occasional office days in Park Royal. You will play a key role in maintaining financial records, conducting data analysis, and supporting payroll processes. If you're an AAT-qualified professional with strong Excel skills and a passion for accounting, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a growing company.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification is essential, with at least 1 year of accounting experience.
• Proficient in intermediate to advanced Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain spreadsheets and conduct data analysis for the accounting department.
• Support payroll and manage credit control and invoice processing.

Skills

Excel (intermediate/advanced)

Accounting

Data Analysis

Xero

Payroll Support

Education

AAT Qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

Delivery Mates (the operating brand name of OTL) is a last-mile delivery company that serves customers in e-commerce, car parts distribution, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors.

We are looking for a maternity leave cover, intially 12 months contract which could lead to a permanent role of Accounting Assistant.

We are currently mainly working remotely, with some office days required (NW10, Park Royal).

Working hours are 40 per week.

Main job duties are:

• maintaining departmental spreadsheets, conducting data analysis
• working with sales and purchase ledgers
• supporting payroll
• credit control
• preparation of accounts
• reconciliation of finance accounts
• processing invoices and expense forms
• updating accounts systems
• working closely with individuals across the business at all levels
• analysis of sales
• analysis of drivers payments and helping out in preparing/processing those

Requirements

• intermediate/advanced Excel
• AAT Qualified
• knowledge of Xero a plus
• available for immediate start
• at least 1 year of experience in accounting role