Assistant Accountant

Page Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional finance recruitment agency in London is seeking a detail-oriented finance assistant to support month-end processes, manage accounts payable and receivable, and perform bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and reconciliation skills, and experience with financial systems like Microsoft Great Plains. This role offers a collaborative working environment with a 35-hour work week and a hybrid office model.

Benefits

Free parking

Free lunch

Free pension contribution

Private healthcare

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and proactive individual is required.
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills are essential.
• Experience with financial systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end processes including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support accounts receivable and payable functions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve outstanding queries.
• Review and post invoices, ensuring compliance.
• Contribute to audit preparation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Great Plains

Excel

Job description

Benefits: Free parking, free lunch, free pension contribution, private healthcare, pension scheme and life assurance, health cash plan, ride-to-work scheme, and free on-site parking.

About Our Client

A professional organization with a global remit, known for managing complex operations and maintaining high standards of integrity. It offers a collaborative working environment and supports a hybrid office model within a structured and well-established team.

Job Description

1. Assist with month-end processes including balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings.
2. Support accounts receivable and payable functions, ensuring timely and accurate transaction processing.
3. Perform bank reconciliations and resolve outstanding queries.
4. Review and post invoices, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
5. Contribute to audit preparation and support peak-period financial activities.
6. Perform ad-hoc finance tasks and projects as required.

The Successful Applicant

Detail-oriented and proactive, with strong reconciliation and analytical skills. Experienced in financial systems (Microsoft Great Plains preferred), moderate Excel proficiency, and effective communication across teams.

Additional Details

Working hours: 35-hour work week.