Junior Accountant EMEA Mat Cover

Jimmy Choo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in various financial tasks, including managing cash accounts, reviewing invoices, and supporting month-end closing processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you're looking to grow your career in a vibrant retail finance environment, this position provides a fantastic platform to make impactful contributions while working alongside cross-functional teams to uphold financial integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in the Retail Finance industry.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and resolve discrepancies in EMEA cash accounts and monthly concession invoices.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journals and reconciliations.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH)

Experience in Retail Finance

Language skills (Spanish, French, German)

Tools

SAP

HP

Job description

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Responsibilities:

• Run and review weekly vendors Aged Credit reports.
• Support the External Accounting Service in resolving missing payments, debit balances, and any discrepancies with suppliers.

Accounts Receivable/Treasury:

• Review EMEA cash accounts (Funds-In/Out, Credit Cards – Cash over/under) and support the General Ledger team in resolving discrepancies.
• Review the weekly EMEA cashbook and investigate any discrepancies.
• Review and approve monthly concession invoices.
• Review monthly concession reconciliation and investigate any discrepancies.
• Monitor monthly concession income and follow up with any missing payments.
• Review monthly Petty Cash.
• Review monthly MTO (Made to Order).
• Managing Standing Order and Direct Debits.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journals and reconciliations.
• Review prepayments and accruals and prepare journals.
• Ensure that underlying accounting records are accurate and complete.
• Conduct detailed cost line analysis and resolve discrepancies.
• Review P&L Cost Accounts.
• Support general ledger functions, ensuring timely processing and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper financial controls and adherence to company policies.
• Assist in financial reporting and analysis to support decision-making.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and internal policies.

Commercial:

• Assisting in Forecasting & Budgeting as needed.

Ad Hoc Admin Task:

• Check and manage incoming posts.

Key Requirements:

• You have at least 1 year of experience in the Retail Finance industry.
• You are energetic, ambitious, and intellectually curious - a team player who takes a hands-on approach.
• You possess strong problem-solving skills with a drive to improve processes.
• You demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• You have strong Excel skills, including Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH.
• Experience using SAP and HP is desirable.
• Familiarity with IFRS or GAAP accounting standards is required.
• Language skills in Spanish, French, or German are desirable but not essential.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative, Finance, and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry, Retail, and Retail Apparel and Fashion