Accounts Assistant

Deverell Smith; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise innovante dans le secteur de la propriété et de l'hospitalité recherche un Assistant Comptable pour soutenir ses opérations financières. Le rôle offre une exposition directe à la direction et aux décisions stratégiques tout en permettant de développer des compétences dans la gestion immobilière et les transactions financières. Ce poste combine des responsabilités financières avec une culture d'entreprise entrepreneuriale, garantissant que toutes les idées et initiatives sont valorisées.

Benefits

Mentorat direct par le Group Financial Accountant

Carrière développement dans un secteur en pleine croissance

Emplacement central à Londres

Qualifications

• Expérience dans les transactions immobilières préférée.
• Motivation et esprit d'équipe requis.
• Intérêt pour le développement en finance et comptabilité.

Responsibilities

• Traitement des factures de location à l'aide de Xero.
• Assistance à la préparation de la déclaration de TVA et des audits de fin d'année.
• Analyse des données à travers plusieurs plateformes de gestion immobilière.

Skills

Attention aux détails

Compétences en communication

Esprit analytique

Education

Expérience avec le logiciel Xero

Tools

Xero

Logiciels de gestion des biens

Job description

Salary Up to £30000.00 per annum + Study Support & Hyrbid

Accounts Assistant
Location: West End, London
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Highlights:
* Join a fast-growing property and hospitality business managing premium residential assets
* Hands-on role with direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
* Opportunity to develop expertise across property management, finance, and real estate transactions

About the opportunity

An innovative property and hospitality company is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support their financial operations. This established business operates premium residential assets and has built a reputation for delivering exceptional living experiences in prime London locations.

What makes the role exceptional

You'll work directly with the Group Financial Accountant, gaining invaluable exposure to all aspects of property finance from tenant invoicing to year-end reporting. This isn't a typical accounts role - you'll be involved in strategic meetings, work with cutting-edge property management software, and have direct input into forecasting and business planning. The company's entrepreneurial culture means your ideas will be heard and implemented.

Key responsibilities

* Process rental invoices for 77 rooms plus 4 duplex units using Xero accounting software
* Manage rental deposit administration through Deposit Protection Scheme systems
* Handle supplier invoice processing and budget allocation coding
* Analyse data across multiple property management platforms (Res Harmonics, Momence, Eventbrite, Class Pass)
* Support month-end reporting including management accounts and cash flow analysis
* Assist with VAT return preparation and year-end audit processes
* Attend strategic project meetings and liaise with legal and tax advisors
* Produce monthly forecasting reports and partner profit calculations

Requirements

* Proven experience using Xero accounting software
* Background in real estate transactions preferred
* Property management software experience advantageous
* Previous exposure to small business or start-up environments
* Strong interest in finance and accounting progression
* Logical, analytical mindset with attention to detail
* Self-motivated team player with professional approach
* Excellent communication skills for cross-department collaboration

Rewards and benefits

* Direct mentorship from Group Financial Accountant
* Exposure to senior leadership and strategic planning
* Career development in fast-growing property sector
* Central London location with modern office facilities
* Collaborative, entrepreneurial working environment
* Opportunity to work across multiple business verticals

We are an equal opportunities recruiter, valuing diversity and inclusion and welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background.

Ready to advance your finance career in the property sector? We'd love to hear from you.