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Assistant Accountant

Marks Sattin Ltd

London

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in fashion retail is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a temp to perm role in Central London. This hybrid position offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills within a newly formed European finance team. The ideal candidate will be nearing completion of their ACCA or CIMA qualification and possess a keen eye for detail, as well as experience in the retail or consumer sectors. Join a dynamic environment where you can drive change and improve efficiency, making a significant impact on the team's success. If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career, this role is for you!

Qualifications

  • Towards the end of ACCA/CIMA studies, essential for the role.
  • Experience in retail/wholesale/FMCG/consumer industry preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and post to GL, including bank and purchase processing.
  • Assist with month-end and BS & P&L reviews.

Skills

Attention to Detail
Excel Skills
Change Management

Education

ACCA/CIMA Qualification

Job description

A fashion retailer/ wholesaler is hiring for an Assistant Accountant on a temp to perm basis.

The suitable candidate will be immediately available and towards the end of their ACCA/ CIMA qualification.

The role is hybrid and based in Central London.

It's a great opportunity to expand your skills and experience in a newly created European finance team.

Key responsibilities for the Assistant Accountant across UK & European entities:
  1. Responsible for maintaining and posting to GL including bank and purchase processing
  2. Assist with month end and BS & P&L reviews
  3. Prepare, update and reconcile all intercompany accounts
  4. Create intercompany service fee invoicing
  5. Payroll administration and contact for external Payroll agencies
  6. External tax reporting including VAT, OSS, ICP for UK and EU entities
  7. Ad hoc finance duties and covering other members of the team
The ideal Assistant Accountant will:
  • Immediately available (essential)
  • Be towards the end of their studies for a relevant accounting qualification - ACCA/ CIMA/ equivalent (essential)
  • Have previous experience in the retail/ wholesale/ FMCG/ consumer industry
  • Ability to drive change and increase efficiency in a fast-paced environment
  • Have strong attention to detail and excel skills

If this is the role for you - apply now!

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