Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover)

SHM LIMITED; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable finance company in the City of London seeks a dedicated finance professional to manage purchase and sales ledgers, assist in audits, and support the Management Accountant. The ideal candidate will have AAT level 3 or be part qualified ACCA/CIMA with at least 18 months' experience in finance. Strong attention to detail and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential. The role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience of at least 18 months working in a finance department.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase and sales ledgers.
• Handle supplier payments and assist Management Accountant.
• Prepare monthly and year-end reports.
• Conduct accounts reconciliations and audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel (advanced)

Knowledge of Sage

Organised and deadline-oriented

Integrity and accountability

Education

AAT level 3 or ACCA/CIMA part qualified

Job description

Role Summary

• The role is integral to the success of Finance at SHM.

Core Responsibilities:

• Purchase Ledger
• Sales Ledger
• Managing the suppliers' payments
• Proactively support the Management Accountant
• Assist with internal and external audit
• Monitor client activities to ensure we are complying
• Ensure costs are recorded accurately against projects
• Accounts Reconciliations
• Assist in the month end process.
• Assist with preparation of weekly, monthly and year end reports

Additional Activities:

• General administrative tasks.

Relevant Skills

The successful candidate will:

• Have an eye for quality and real attention to detail, applying high levels of rigour and attention to detail to their work and being willing to look at their own work critically
• Feel comfortable working and developing expertise in a fast-paced environment
• Have technical competence in the Microsoft Office suite including advanced competency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Sage would be required
• Always acting discreetly, you value integrity and accountability in your interactions with stakeholders, team members and customers
• Hard working with can-do attitude, organised, able to meet deadlines, eager to learn.

Qualifications & Experience:

• AAT level 3 or ACCA/CIMA part qualified
• At least 18 months' experience working in a finance department.