Part-Time Assistant Accountant - Hybrid (E-commerce Finance)

EA First; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce business in the London Borough of Islington is seeking a Part Time Assistant Accountant to maintain financial records and manage accounts receivable. This role involves processing invoices and preparing VAT returns. The ideal candidate should have experience in bookkeeping and credit control, preferably in an e-commerce or retail environment. Proficiency in accounting software like Xero and MS Excel is necessary, along with strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus, and a flexible working pattern.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in bookkeeping and credit control, ideally within an e-commerce or retail environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software preferably Xero as well as MS Excel.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for liaising with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile statements to ensure accuracy and timely receipt.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including journals and ledgers.
• Process invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Manage accounts receivable, ensuring invoices and payments are collected on schedule.
• Prepare aged debtor reports and elevate issues, as necessary.
• Prepare accurate VAT returns.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting related to partnership revenues.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Credit control

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Accounting software proficiency

Tools

Xero

MS Excel

Job description

A leading e-commerce business in the London Borough of Islington is seeking a Part Time Assistant Accountant to maintain financial records and manage accounts receivable. This role involves processing invoices and preparing VAT returns. The ideal candidate should have experience in bookkeeping and credit control, preferably in an e-commerce or retail environment. Proficiency in accounting software like Xero and MS Excel is necessary, along with strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus, and a flexible working pattern.