Accounts Assistant (6 month temp role, social welfare charity)

CIVITAS RECRUITMENT; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A social welfare charity in Greater London is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a 6-month temporary role. This position offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in central London. The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for financial accounting processes and ensuring compliance with internal policies. Candidates should have relevant experience and strong communication skills. This is a great opportunity to support the financial operations of a meaningful organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting is essential.
• AAT qualification or three years relevant experience is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems is important.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to enhance financial accountability.
• Support month-end processes including journals.
• Manage accounts receivables processes.

Skills

Financial accounting experience

Strong communication skills

Excellent organization

Ability to collaborate

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Education

AAT qualified or 3 years relevant experience

Job description

Overview

6 months temp Accts Assistant (social welfare charity) - £29-£35k per annum

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a great historic and faith-based organisation to help source their new Accounts Assistant. The organisation provides a wide range of services across its extensive estate. This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team working to ensure the smooth financial operations of a large and impactful institution. The role is temporary for 6 months, full-time, Hybrid, 3 days a week working in central London.

As a key member of the Financial Accounting team, the Accounts Assistant will be responsible for providing excellent financial support and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures. You will manage essential accounting processes including bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, month-end procedures, and contribute to the improvement of financial systems and controls.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance financial accountability and communication.
• Support month-end processes including journals, reconciliations, and timeline adherence.
• Ensure timely and accurate allocation of income and expenditure.
• Manage weekly payment runs and assist with HSBCnet payments.
• Oversee accounts receivables processes, including invoicing and reconciliation.
• Administer payments for rents, grants, stipends, and third-party donations.
• Assist with annual audit preparations and financial controls.
• Monitor finance inboxes and resolve queries efficiently.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team.
• Provide ad hoc support including project contributions and holiday cover.

Person Specification

• The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in financial accounting and be either AAT qualified or have at least three years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills, excellent organisation, and the ability to work collaboratively and adaptively are essential.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial systems is important.
• A commitment to the mission and values of the organisation is required.

Please apply directly or contact Civitas Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis