Assistant Accountant

Robertson Bell; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing not-for-profit organisation is searching for an Assistant Accountant - Reconciliations to effectively manage transactions and banking operations. You will ensure accurate reconciliations and maintain financial compliance in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, relevant qualifications, and a keen eye for detail, contributing directly to the financial integrity of the organisation's operations.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience in AAT or higher level qualifications.
• Ability to resolve discrepancies reliably.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily banking operations and maintain company accounts.
• Process high volume of ledger transactions and manage petty cash.
• Perform thorough reconciliations for bank accounts and credit cards.

Skills

Debits and credits understanding

Attention to detail

Team-oriented mindset

Education

A-Level or AAT standard

Job description

Are you passionate about accuracy and problem-solving in finance? Do you enjoy keeping multiple accounts and transactions running smoothly? Are you ready to take ownership of reconciliations and cash management in a hands-on role? If yes, read on!

We are looking for an Assistant Accountant -Reconciliations to join a busy and growing not-for-profit organisation. The organisation provides a variety of support services across different communities and operates in a fast-paced, commercially aware environment.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee daily banking operations and maintain all company accounts, keeping senior leadership informed with accurate and timely updates.
• Process a high volume of ledger transactions across multiple accounts and manage petty cash efficiently, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure prompt posting of rent and sales receipts, including service charge and local authority housing benefit payments, maintaining precise records.
• Contribute to weekly cashflow forecasting, analyse spending patterns, and proactively flag any irregularities or areas of concern.
• Perform thorough reconciliations for bank accounts and credit cards, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Conduct service visits to front-line teams, reinforcing consistent financial controls and supporting operational compliance.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and external partners, including banks, to support smooth financial operations.

This role offers a flexible working arrangement and a competitive salary. You will be joining a supportive organisation that values staff wellbeing and provides a range of benefits.

We are looking for someone with:

• A strong understanding of debits and credits, bank reconciliations, and the ability to investigate discrepancies.
• Qualifications at A-Level or AAT standard.
• Experience in a medium-sized organisation, ideally with multiple subsidiaries, is an advantage.
• Exceptional attention to detail, a team-oriented mindset, and a willingness to learn.
• A proactive, safe pair of hands approach, with a completer-finisher attitude and common-sense judgement.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation experiencing change and growth, where your work will make a direct impact on the financial control of their operations. Applications may close early, so apply today!