Accounts Assistant

Finatal; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth recruitment business in London is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic finance team. This entry-level role provides significant exposure to core transactional finance processes and the opportunity to support business operations. Candidates should have up to 2 years of experience and a positive, proactive attitude. The position offers a salary of £30,000 with a hybrid work schedule of 4 days in the office and Fridays working from home.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years’ experience with a desire to build a career in finance.
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Naturally curious, proactive, and motivated to investigate and problem-solve.

Responsibilities

• Process transactions across cash, accounts receivable, and accounts payable for multiple entities.
• Prepare and send permanent revenue invoices promptly.
• Support the finance team with monthly reporting requirements.

Skills

Experience with Excel

Confident communicator

Positive attitude

Proactive and motivated

Job description

📣 Accounts Assistant – Finatal, London

• Start: January
• Salary: £30,000 base
• 4 days weekly in Piccadilly Circus office (Friday’s WFH)

Are you looking to kick‑start your finance career within a fast‑paced, high‑growth recruitment business? Finatal is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our dynamic finance team.

This role offers exceptional exposure to core transactional finance processes, fundamental accounting concepts, and the opportunity to support the business commercially. It’s an ideal position for someone eager to step into an entry finance role and grow quickly within a supportive team environment.

🔑 What are the key responsibilities?

• Process transactions across cash, accounts receivable, and accounts payable for UK, US, and German entities
• Receive and record accounts payable invoices, ensuring correct nominal codes, VAT classifications, and approvals in Xero
• Prepare weekly pay runs across all entities and bank accounts
• Post daily bank transactions in Xero and complete all bank reconciliations
• Review and process staff expense claims in line with company policy
• Reconcile staff expense card transactions
• Administer clients and contractors on the timesheet system, including compliance checks and contract distribution
• Prepare and send permanent revenue invoices promptly
• Support the finance team with monthly reporting requirements

✨ What are we looking for in the ideal candidate?

• 0–2 years’ experience with a desire to build a career in finance
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and developing credible internal relationshipsExperience with Excel
• Positive attitude with a good sense of humour and empathy
• Supportive, team‑oriented approach
• Naturally curious, proactive, and motivated to investigate and problem‑solve
• Able to work under pressure and adapt in a fast‑moving environment

If you're ambitious, eager to grow, and excited to be part of an expanding business, we’d love to hear from you.

Click apply now and take the next step in your finance career!