Assistant Accountant

Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a global investment specialist in London. The role offers exposure to the operations and finance function within a regulated organisation and is ideal for someone aiming to build a career in investment banking, securities, asset management, or capital markets.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will support accounting, reconciliation, reporting and settlement activities while coordinating with stakeholders

Qualifications

• Prior accounting/finance experience
• Strong Excel and data handling skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and proactive problem-solving
• AAT qualified or studying ACCA/CIMA/ACA (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Processing daily cash and securities settlements
• Performing account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
• Managing expenses, payment runs, and supplier invoices
• Assisting with VAT reporting, FX transactions, and financial controls
• Supporting month-end processes and management reporting
• Preparing documentation for audits and regulatory requirements
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting ad-hoc finance projects

Skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Accounting degree

AAT / ACCA / CIMA / ACA study

Job description

Accounts Assistant, Global Investment Specialist, London, up to £35k

We are working with a great global investment specialist that provides specialized financial services to its clients. They are looking to welcome an Accounts Assistant to their growing finance team.

This role offers excellent exposure to the operations and finance function of a regulated organisation, making it ideal for someone looking to build their career within the investment banking, securities, asset management, or wider capital markets sector.

Reporting into the Head of Finance, you'll support a variety of accounting, reconciliation, reporting, and settlement activities while working closely with stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing daily cash and securities settlements
• Performing account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
• Managing expenses, payment runs, and supplier invoices
• Assisting with VAT reporting, FX transactions, and financial controls
• Supporting month-end processes and management reporting
• Preparing documentation for audits and regulatory requirements
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting ad-hoc finance projects

About You:

• Previous experience within an accounting, finance, or accounts assistant role
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA (desirable)

This is a great role for a recent graduate with an accountancy degree or a candidate doing a role similar to this for a year who is now looking for their next steps. They are looking to offer the successful candidate up to £35,000.