ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

Green & Fortune; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in London is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to handle the Accounts Payable process, ensuring timely payments and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates should have previous experience in a similar role, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail. Join a vibrant team committed to hospitality and community engagement.

Benefits

Company Sick Pay

Life Insurance

50% discount in our restaurant

Learning and Development Portal

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role, ideally in hospitality.
• Understanding of accounts payable processes and month-end procedures.
• Tech-savvy and confident in learning new systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including invoice processing.
• Ensure timely and accurate supplier payments.
• Prepare and post journals for month-end close process.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Job description

Overview

Green & Fortune has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant; we are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our accounts department. If you are looking to progress in your accountancy career, this is a role for you!

The main office is located at Kings Place, Kings Cross, N1, London.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and supplier statement reconciliations.
• Ensure timely and accurate supplier payments, handling any queries effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions in line with company policies and procedures.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies in a professional manner.
• Prepare weekly & monthly supplier payment runs
• Prepare and post journals as part of the month-end close process.
• Assist the Management Accountant with accruals and other supporting schedules for month-end reporting.
• Assist the Management Accountant with F&B margin reconciliations
• Support in producing reports and analyses to aid decision-making by management.
• Work with colleagues across departments to maintain the integrity of purchasing and stock systems, ensuring adherence to established procedures Contribute to process improvements within accounts payable

Role Requirements

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role, ideally within the hospitality industry.
• Understanding of accounts payable processes and month-end procedures.
• Tech-savvy with solid Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, data analysis), and confident in learning and using new systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage workload independently while meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and external suppliers.

The Package

• Company Sick Pay (T&C)
• Life Insurance (2 x annual salary)
• AvivaDigiCare+ Take control of your health and wellbeing
• 50% discount in our restaurant and 25% off at our cafes
• Holidays increasing with length of service
• Loyalty bonuses in line with the length of service.
• One paid day off each year to get involved in any community or charity volunteering activity of your choice as we believe in the power of giving back
• Retail, Grocery and Gym Discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Learning and Development Portal, bespoke courses and further education with apprenticeship programs
• G&F Support Scheme
• Hospitality Action - Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

a Little Bit About Us

At Green & Fortune, hospitality is at the heart of what we do. Since 2008, we’ve grown into an award-winning independent company, delivering high-quality food, personal service, and memorable experiences across retail and events.

We operate five iconic London venues: Kings Place in Kings Cross, Sea Containers, Rose Court, One Southwark Bridge, and Central Hall in Westminster. We care deeply about our people and our guests, and we look for individuals who share our passion for making customers happy.

What’s the next step? Just apply—we’re eager to hear from you. If this role feels right, get in touch to receive the full job specification.

Our organisation is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in creating a vibrant and supportive environment. We fully support individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability and require assistance, please contact our People team at [e-mail] to discuss any necessary adjustments. We appreciate every applicant who submits their CV; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note that eligibility to work in the UK is required.

Our ESG Commitment

We embed sustainability and responsibility into everything we do, from reducing our environmental impact to supporting our people and local communities. Caring for our people, our communities, and the planet is part of everyday life at Green & Fortune, and every team member plays a role in this.