Accounts Assistant

Austin Rose; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Rose client, a growing investment firm, is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support day-to-day accounting within the Finance & Operations team.

Responsibilities include accounts payable/receivable, month-end activities, VAT/tax support, and collaboration with auditors to ensure accurate records.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or working towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA or regional equivalent qualification).
• Experience: 3 years as Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator; investment management background a plus.
• Software: Proficiency with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and code supplier invoices and expense reports accurately.
• Prepare payment runs and manage supplier statement reconciliations.
• Issue sales invoices, monitor accounts receivable, and perform credit control follow-ups as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

AAT/ACCA/CIMA in progress

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Location: Swiss Cottage

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Finance & Operations

Company Overview

Our client is a dynamic investment firm focused on identifying and managing strategic growth opportunities across diversified sectors. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join our growing finance team and support our day-to-day accounting operations.

Position Summary

The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing transactional accounting, and supporting month-end closing processes. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will ensure high efficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process, verify, and code supplier invoices and expense reports accurately.
• Prepare payment runs and manage supplier statement reconciliations.
• Issue sales invoices, monitor accounts receivable, and perform credit control follow-ups as needed.

2. Banking & Reconciliations

• Perform daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and currencies.
• Reconcile corporate credit cards and petty cash transactions.

3. Month-End & Financial Support

• Assist in preparing monthly trial balances, accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
• Support the preparation of quarterly VAT/tax returns and compliance filings.
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors as needed.

4. Administrative & Operational Finance

• Maintain clean, organized digital records and financial documentation.
• Respond promptly to internal and external accounting queries.
• Support ad-hoc financial reporting and operational projects as directed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Certifications: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or working towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA or regional equivalent qualification).
• Experience: 3 years of experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator role (investment management or financial services background is a plus).
• Software Skills: Proficiency with accounting software
• Skills & Competencies:
  • High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
  • Solid understanding of core bookkeeping principles.
  • Strong time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.