Accounts Assistant

Broadstone Resourcing; London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure company in Central London is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations. This role involves processing supplier invoices and maintaining supplier accounts. The ideal candidate has experience in accounts payable, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. A great opportunity for career advancement with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Study support

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proactive and detail-oriented with a finance background.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices across multiple locations accurately.
• Manage and maintain supplier accounts within the system.
• Handle intercompany invoice recharges and prepare payment runs.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Attention to detail

Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes

Strong communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Excel

Understanding of accounting concepts

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant - Up to £33,000 plus benefits & study support - Central London/hybrid

My client is looking to recruit a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join the finance team at a leading high street leisure company. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations, supporting over 40 locations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career in finance offering hybrid working arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices across 40+ locations accurately and efficiently
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts within the accounting system
• Manage the invoice approval process to ensure timely authorisation
• Handle intercompany invoice recharges
• Prepare and process payment runs through online banking
• Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis
• Reconcile supplier statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Respond promptly and professionally to supplier queries
• Provide ad hoc support to the wider finance team, particularly during periods of absence

Key skills / Qualifications

• Previous Accounts Payable experience
• Solid understanding of accounting concepts and expense coding
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and principles
• Attention to detail
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Xero (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communication skills with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels

Broadstone Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business and all appointments will be made on merit alone.