Accounts Assistant

Get Recruited Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established London business is seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This role involves processing financial transactions, managing ledgers, and supporting financial reporting. Candidates should have relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and be studying towards AAT, CIMA, or ACCA. The position offers progression opportunities within the next 12 months.

Benefits

Study support (AAT/CIMA/ACCA)

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in similar role as a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, or Assistant Accountant.
• Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and general accounting principles.
• Experience with UK VAT and internal financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day financial transactions.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable tasks.
• Prepare journal postings to the general ledger.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of financial information.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Confident with Purchase Ledger

Confident with Sales Ledger

Strong Excel skills

Knowledge of UK VAT

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

Studying towards AAT, CIMA or ACCA

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / FINANCE ASSISTANT

LONDON | GREENWICH

UP TO £30,000 to £32,000 + STUDY SUPPORT (AAT/CIMA/ACCA) + BENEFITS

PROGRESSION AVAILABLE

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We're partnering with a well-established London business that is looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant to join their finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid accounting experience to gain exposure across multiple finance functions, develop their skills, and support the smooth running of the financial processes.

Opportunity to progress to support with the Management Accounts within the next 12 months.

THE ACCOUNT ASSISTANT / FINANCE ASSISTANT ROLE:

• As the Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant, you'll be responsible for processing the day‑to‑day financial transactions and support all aspects of financial administration
• Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger: Check and match purchase orders with invoices, process supplier payments, and reconcile statements
• Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger: Raise sales invoices and credit notes, assist with credit control to minimise bad debts
• Manage customer liaison to ensure timely payments and positive cashflow
• Record daily figures and prepare journal postings to the general ledger
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information
• Support stock reconciliations and liaise with payroll providers as needed
• Assist in the annual budget process and provide ad hoc finance administration support

THE PERSON:

• Must have experience in similar role as a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, or Assistant Accountant
• Confident with both Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger tasks
• Good knowledge of double‑entry bookkeeping and general accounting principles
• Actively studying towards AAT, CIMA or ACCA or equivalent is desirable
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software
• Knowledge of UK VAT and internal financial controls
• Excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive, positive attitude

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant / Assistant Accountant role via the advert for immediate consideration.

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