Senior Accountant – Family Office, Weybridge, England, United Kingdom

GAAP Search Solutions LTD; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a detail-oriented Family Office Accountant in Weybridge to manage various accounting tasks. The role involves transaction processing in Xero, preparing reports, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, accounting experience, and a hands-on approach. This position offers a salary of £100,000 and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Hands-on approach with the ability to see tasks through to completion.
• Experience in a similar accounting role, preferably in a family office.

Responsibilities

• Process transactions in Xero, including invoices and reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
• Assist with general accounting and administrative duties.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with Xero

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree or diploma in accounting or finance

Tools

Xero

Job description

Senior Accountant – Family Office
Position: Family Office Accountant
Location: Weybridge
Employment Type: Full-Time
Base Salary: £100,000

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Family Office Accountant to manage a variety of accounting and administrative tasks for our family office. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a hands-on approach, and the ability to balance financial and administrative responsibilities. This role is ideal for someone looking to contribute to a dynamic environment, with the potential for progression to a more senior position after the initial contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Tasks
  • Transaction Processing
    • Process transactions in Xero, including raising invoices and bills, uploading bank statements, and reconciling cash transactions.
    • Experience with Xero is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Reporting and Reconciliation
    • Prepare weekly and monthly Excel-based reports, including credit card usage reports, property reports, and other ad hoc reports.
    • Perform reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Digitisation Project
    • Complete the ongoing digitisation of invoices and documents to enhance efficiency and accessibility.

Administrative Support

• File Maintenance
  • Maintain and organize hardcopy property files, ensuring they are up-to-date and accessible.
• General Office Tasks
  • Assist with other general accounting and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

• Technical Skills
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills preferred).
  • Familiarity with Xero or similar accounting software is advantageous.
• Professional Attributes
  • Hands-on approach, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion.
  • Highly organized, with attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Education and Experience
  • Degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
  • Previous experience in a similar accounting or family office role is an advantage.