Accounts Assistant

Bespoke-ly; London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A bespoke gifting company in London is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant to support finance operations and contribute to growth. You'll assist with bookkeeping, financial reports, and collaborate across departments. Ideal candidates will have experience or relevant studies and a keen eye for detail. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, working from home, and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Nest Pension

One day per week working from home

Employee Discount

Vitality Membership

Birthday Leave

Sabbatical Leave

Enhanced Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance/accounts role or relevant studies.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Eager to learn and grow within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping, processing invoices, and reconciling bank transactions.
• Support preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Be the focal point for Accounts Payables and Receivables.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Proactive attitude

Excel/G-Suite proficiency

Education

AAT or similar qualification

Tools

Xero

Job description

Why You'll Love Working with Us

We are an exciting, rapidly growing bespoke gifting company with a passion for creating memorable experiences for high-end clients and our loyal customer-base. Our talented team thrives on creativity, quality, and continuous improvement. We’re looking for a motivated Accounts Assistant to make an impact and help us to achieve our big ambitions.

What we’re looking for..

As our new Accounts Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Head of Finance and contributing to the smooth running of our finance operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and gain exposure across all areas of the business — from creative to operations to client services. You’ll help drive our mission to make the finance function a trusted service provider to the whole company, supporting informed decision-making as we continue to expand year on year.

A day in your life

• Assist with day-to-day bookkeeping, including processing invoices, reconciling bank transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Be the key focal point for both Accounts Payables and Receivables, including engaging with customers to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices.
• Support the preparation for audits and liaise with external accountants as required.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely flow of information and resolve queries.

• Continuously look for ways to improve processes and contribute ideas to help the finance function deliver value to the business such as the use of AI.
• Support the wider business with admin to ensure a smooth running of the office.
• Provide ad hoc administrative support to the Head of Finance and wider team.

About you

• You have previous experience in a finance/accounts role or relevant studies (AAT or similar qualification desirable, but not essential).
• You have strong attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work.
• You’re eager to learn and grow within a supportive team.
• You’re proactive, organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• You’re a confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with people across all
• departments.
• You have good working knowledge of Excel/G-Suite and accounting software (experience with Xero is a plus).

What We Offer

• A chance to join an ambitious, creative company during an exciting phase of growth.
• Exposure to all areas of the business and an opportunity to build your career in finance.
• Support and training to help you develop your skills and progress.
• A collaborative, friendly team environment where your ideas and input are valued.

Contract

• Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Salary

• £28,808 - London Living Wage

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

????Nest Pension

One day per week working from home

Team Socials

️Employee Discount

Vitality Membership

Art Pass

Birthday Leave

Finder’s Fee

Green Commute Cycle Initiative

CycleSaver

️Sabbatical Leave

Enhanced Parental Leave

Please send a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to Lawrence at [e-mail]