Part-Time Assistant Accountant (Fixed-Term, 3 days/wk)

XENIAL CONSULTING LTD; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Xenial Consulting Ltd is hiring an Assistant Accountant for a fixed-term maternity cover ending April 2027. The role supports the finance team to ensure accurate financial information and timely decision-making across the business.

Three days per week are office-based, with a hands-on, collaborative environment in London. Responsibilities include month-end processes, AP management, bank reconciliations, and assisting with sales queries.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or ACCA status (part-qualified) is required.
• Experience in a similar accounting role is essential.
• Strong Excel skills and a detail-focused approach are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly UK management accounts, including journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Manage Accounts Payable and process weekly supplier payments.
• Reconcile bank accounts and revenue across multiple sales channels.
• Process credit card transactions and expenses.
• Investigate and resolve queries arising during month-end.
• Support Sales with customer account queries as needed.

Skills

AAT qualification

ACCA (part-qualified)

Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Education

AAT/ACCA relevant education

Tools

Accounting software experience

Job description

Xenial Consulting Ltd is hiring an Assistant Accountant for a fixed-term maternity cover ending April 2027. The role supports the finance team to ensure accurate financial information and timely decision-making across the business.

Three days per week are office-based, with a hands-on, collaborative environment in London. Responsibilities include month-end processes, AP management, bank reconciliations, and assisting with sales queries.