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Junior Accountant

Michael Page (UK)

Greater London

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their dynamic finance team in South West London. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure across the full company accounts while working closely with the Head of Finance. As a key member of a growing team, you will handle various accounting tasks including managing the Accounts Payable ledger, processing invoices, and conducting reconciliations. The company values development and offers study support for professional qualifications. If you are eager to advance your career in finance and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

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Additional Benefits

1-2 years experience in Accounts Payable, ideally from a stock-based industry.
Studying towards ACCA, CIMA, or AAT qualification is essential.

Assist in preparing financial reports and manage Accounts Payable ledger.
Conduct bank reconciliations and support budgeting and forecasting.

Accounts Payable

Excel

Communication Skills

Teamwork

ACCA

CIMA

AAT

Sage 200

Sage 50

Based in South West London (Battersea)
Luxury FMCG (drinks) wholesaler

About Our Client

The company is an FMCG (drinks) wholesaler looking for a Junior Accountant to join the small finance team. The role will report directly to the Head of Finance and will provide a wealth of exposure across the full company accounts. They have a comprehensive portfolio of products and consistently deliver high-quality offerings to their broad customer base. The company is growing over the next year and is looking to add to the headcount as they bring the finance operations back in-house.

Job Description

The successful Junior Accountant will:

Assist in the preparation of financial reports
End-to-end management of the Accounts Payable ledger
Process purchase ledger invoices
Manage payment runs
Perform bank reconciliations
Conduct supplier statement reconciliations
Support the Accounting and Finance department in budgeting and forecasting
Handle credit card reconciliations and expense processing
Undertake ad hoc work

The Successful Applicant

A successful Junior Accountant should have:

MUST have prior working knowledge of the Sage 200 (or Sage 50) system
Approximately 1-2 years of experience in Accounts Payable, ideally from a stock-based industry
Studying towards the ACCA, CIMA, or AAT qualification
Strong Excel skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Team player eager to develop through the team
Willingness to work 5 days a week in the South West London office

What's on Offer

£28,000 - £30,000
Additional benefits
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Junior Accountant

Michael Page (UK)

Greater London

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

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