Finance & Accounts Assistant

TMRG; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty brand in the UK is looking for a Finance & Operations Assistant. In this role, you will manage Accounts Payable and Receivable, handle invoice processing, and support balance sheet reconciliations. The position offers a hybrid working model and generous employee benefits including a product discount. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills and experience with multi-currency transactions.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Clear development and training opportunities

Generous product discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Finance Assistant or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of AP/AR, accruals, and month-end procedures.
• Experience in multi-currency transactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.
• Handle invoice processing, payment runs, and credit control.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and ad-hoc financial reporting.

Skills

Experience in a Finance Assistant role

Knowledge of AP/AR and month-end procedures

Experience with multi-currency transactions

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Finance & Operations Assistant

South West London

28,000 - 30,000

Company Profile

Join an exciting ride with a founder‑led beauty brand that has successfully disrupted its category. As the first challenger of its kind, the company has a strong track record of success across D2C and retail. You'll be part of a small, passionate, and creative team at a pivotal growth point. The brand is committed to ethical practices, with all products being vegan, cruelty‑free, and sustainably made and packaged, alongside receiving highly‑rated reviews.

What's on offer?

• Hybrid working model.
• Clear development and training opportunities.
• Direct impact within a growing SME.
• Opportunity for career progression.
• Generous product discount.

What will you do as a Finance & Operations Assistant?

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.
• Handle invoice processing, payment runs, and credit control.
• Assist with month‑end close (journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations).
• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting standards.
• Process multi‑currency transactions (GBP, EUR, USD).
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and ad‑hoc financial reporting.
• Manage the shared finance inbox; promptly resolve queries.
• Collaborate on stock management with the operations team.
• Prepare and manage import/export documentation and trade compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in finance and operations.

What do you need as a Finance & Operations Assistant?

• Proven experience in a Finance Assistant or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of AP/AR, accruals, and month‑end procedures.
• Experience with multi‑currency transactions.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting software (Sage, Xero).
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience in a wholesale or product‑based environment is a plus.