Corporate Accounts Assistant

Michael Page; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment firm based in Canary Wharf seeks a finance professional to support accounts payable and month-end processes. Ideal candidates have over 3 years' experience in transactional finance and strong knowledge of finance processes. The role includes competitive salary, study support, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Study support

7% company pension contribution

Employee Assistance programme

Permanent Health Insurance

Medical cover after 2 years

Health Cash Plan enrolment

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in transactional finance.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end finance processes.
• Solid understanding of VAT application on invoices.
• Confident user of Microsoft Excel with pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and manage employee expenses.
• Coordinate weekly payment runs and support month-end processes.
• Maintain accurate AP records and handle reconciliations.
• Train and onboard new Accounts Assistants.

Skills

Transactional finance experience

Accounts payable knowledge

Data accuracy

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

AAT or equivalent qualification

Tools

Accounting systems (e.g. Epicor)

Job description

An excellent opportunity to support full cycle transactional reporting processes across multiple European entities. Join an iconic, global business know for it's long-term vision, leadership and commitment to excellence.

Client Details

Based in Canary Wharf, our client a unique opportunity to work in a truly broad role that offers exposure to a variety of key transactional reporting processes. The business comes with an outstanding reputation in the market, priding themselves on their strong leadership team across finance and the wider business.

Description

• Process accounts payable including invoice certification, entry, and supplier statement reconciliation.
• Manage employee expenses and credit card reconciliations in line with company policy.
• Coordinate weekly payment runs and support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Maintain accurate AP records and ensure alignment with the general ledger.
• Handle accounts receivable including invoicing, customer setup, and cash allocation.
• Perform customer and supplier reconciliations, including month-end and year-end processes.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet account reconciliations within the general ledger.
• Execute bank reconciliations and maintain integrity between cashbook and general ledger.
• Set up and process manual payments, standing orders, and direct debits.
• Act as a superuser for finance systems, supporting issue resolution, testing, and training updates.
• Support procurement processes as Deputy Procurement Superuser, ensuring PO accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with process testing, including supplier setup and new expense module workflows.
• Train and onboard new Accounts Assistants, ensuring smooth handovers and knowledge sharing.
• Respond promptly to internal and external finance queries, maintaining strong relationships.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Corporate Accountant and Accounting Manager across multiple entities.

Profile

• Minimum 3 years' experience in transactional finance, ideally in high-volume accounts payable environments.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end finance processes, including invoice validation, coding, approvals, and payments.
• Solid understanding of VAT application on supplier invoices and expense claims.
• Proficient in accounting systems (e.g. Epicor) with a clear grasp of data flow through financial systems.
• Confident user of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and Word.
• Familiarity with core accounting principles; AAT or equivalent qualification is advantageous.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Analytical thinker with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills; able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in financial data entry, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Methodical, structured, and process-driven approach to work.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused, flexible attitude.
• Proven ability to support month-end close activities and meet regular accounting deadlines.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary, in line with current market trends.
• Study support.
• 7% company pension contribution.
• Employee Assistance programme.
• Permanent Health Insurance.
• Medical cover (2+ years of service).
• Health Cash Plan enrolment.
• Annual Bonus.
• Hybrid working.