General Ledger Accountant

Retail Human Resources plc; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury catering company in London seeks a General Ledger Accountant to manage key financial responsibilities, including month-end and quarter-end close activities. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in Accounting or relevant experience, strong attention to detail, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. This onsite role offers competitive salary, career development opportunities, and various perks, including free meals and parking.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On-Site Free Meals

On-Site Free Parking

In-house training opportunities

Refer a Friend Scheme

Genuine career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a Financial Administrator/ Assistant role.
• Motivation to deliver exceptional service.
• Meticulous record keeping skills.
• Good working knowledge of UK tax, auditing, and commercial regulatory rules.
• Experience in dealing with customs would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts.
• Conduct internal audits for compliance.
• Prepare, review and submit VAT returns.
• Manage financial statements for accuracy.
• Liaise with external auditors during inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mentality

Strong written and verbal English

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in Accounting, Finance or Mathematics

Tools

Excel

Accounting software packages

Job description

Job Description

The General Ledger Accountant performs a variety of routine and non-routine accounting functions with significant focus on General Ledger accounting. This position is also responsible for supporting the Financial Accounting Manager in conducting key activities such as month-end and quarter-end close, Fixed Assets, Account Reconciliations and Audits. You will be recording and processing a vast range of financial transactions. A General Ledger Accountant is essential for financial reporting, and requires liaison with various departments and individuals across the DO & CO family.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain excellent working relationships with other departments ensuring the provision of a positive and professional service
• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure data accuracy
• Maintain good working relationships with all DO & CO family members as well as our partners, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Supporting Financial Accounting Manager with daily tasks as required
• Conducting accurate record keeping for audit trial and reporting purposes as well as feeding into month end closure activities
• Maintaining and updating the fixed assets database and intercompany recharge management
• Prepare, review and submit VAT returns in compliance with regional and international requirements
• Monitor VAT transactions and ensure accurate reporting
• Conduct internal audit to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational policies
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies during inspections and audits
• Manage and oversee financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
• Perform reconciliations and analysis of accounts to ensure data integrity
• Supporting the team with ad hoc requests as and when needed

Qualifications:

• BSc in Accounting, Finance or Mathematics or relevant experience in a Financial Administrator/ Assistant role
• Ready to roll up your sleeves and do what is needed to give our partners the best service with a problem-solving mentality
• Motivation to deliver exceptional service
• Well presented, professional individual with a can-do, positive attitude that indulges in team success
• Self-motivation, resilience, and a positive change champion for DO & CO in a fast-paced environment that requires flexibility and adapting
• Experience in dealing with customs would be an advantage
• Meticulous attention to detail and precise record keeping skills
• Build strong relationships within the DO & CO Family, creating a team spirit, encouraging them to be at their best
• You are a clear and engaging communicator, strong written and verbal English, and will use a variety of methods to keep the DO & CO Family well informed as well as internal and external stakeholders
• Flexible in the way you think, making decisions efficiently and handling change to ensure everything we do is right for our partners and the DO & CO family
• Highly proficient in excel with excellent working knowledge of accounting software packages and the ability to handle and integrate data sources, both manual and electronic
• Good working knowledge of UK tax, auditing, and commercial regulatory rules

Company Description:

Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• On-Site role
• Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• On-Site Free Parking
• Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals
• Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities
• A business where you can have a real impact, we're not afraid of new ideas!
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally
• The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market

DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status