Accounts Assistant

International Institute for Active Ageing; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the finance team at a leading company specializing in skincare. Seeking an ambitious Account Assistant who will manage financial operations, contribute fresh ideas, and develop expertise in financial reporting. Excellent benefits and opportunities for growth await in a supportive environment that values continuous improvement.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave

Three additional holiday days over festive period

Monthly allowance for products and discounts

Free annual eye test

Cycle to Work scheme

Recommend a friend scheme

Excellent opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance role.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Experience with Power BI is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop daily reporting of sales, promotions, and cash flow.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations for financial accuracy.
• Handle HMRC filings, VAT returns, and maintain fixed asset register.

Skills

Numerical abilities

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

AAT qualification or in-progress CIMA / ACCA studies

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

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We are the home of scientifically proven, planet-positive skin health brands. Leading the way with science, innovation, and knowledge, we are proactively transforming how people feel in their skin.

Our founders David and Tracy have a pioneering vision to pro-actively transform the beauty industry through science, innovation, and education. This has led the way to better, scientifically proven, long-lasting results in skincare, and better business success for salon professionals and brand partners.

Uniquely, our brands work together as a whole to provide Feed, Fortify, Finish skincare solutions. Advanced Nutrition Programme to feed the skin from within, Environ to fortify the skin and et al. to finish. Eventis technology to supports and enhances the journey to 100% skin health.

The iiaa is more than skincare. It’s award-winning skin health. And it’s overall health. It’s looking great on the outside and feeling even better on the inside. It’s a confidence that comes from embracing whoever you are, whatever your age.

About this role

We’re on the lookout for an ambitious, outgoing, and proactive individual to join our finance team! Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to bring fresh ideas and energy to the everyday operations of our finance function. In this role, you’ll be continuously learning and developing your financial expertise, while contributing to the ongoing improvement of our processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and developing the daily reporting of sales, promotions, and cash flow
• Overseeing balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy
• Handling HMRC and ROS filings, VAT returns, and other important statutory submissions
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and posting depreciation
• Administering company credit card statements
• Raising monthly commercial invoices promptly and efficiently

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a similar finance role
• Strong numerical abilities and a solid working knowledge of Excel
• Familiarity with ERP systems (experience with Business Central / MS Dynamics is a plus)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• AAT qualification or in-progress CIMA / ACCA studies
• Experience with Power BI is preferred

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising the longer you stay with us
• Three additional holiday days over the festive period
• A monthly allowance to spend on our products, plus additional discount
• Free annual eye test at Vision Express
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Recommend a friend scheme: we reward you for bringing people into our business
• Excellent opportunities to grow and move within the company

Feel like you’re a good fit? Apply now.

We are committed to creating a work environment that doesn’t discriminate against age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Retail

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