Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 40,000 - Annum
- Location: Hammersmith London
- Date: 1 month ago
Description:
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
HAMMERSMITH, WEST LONDON (OFFICE BASED)
£30,000 to £40,000 + BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY:
We're partnering with a well-established and highly reputable hospitality business that is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the finance function.
Working closely with the Financial Controller, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience in a position such as Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Assistant Accountant, who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced and professional environment.
The successful candidate will support a broad range of finance duties including reconciliations, purchase ledger, invoicing, supplier payments, banking, and reporting, whilst ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:
Reporting to the Financial Controller, supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts function
Taking full responsibility for the Accounts Payable process, processing large volumes of invoices into the system (using tech-based scanning), validating accuracy and confirming onto the system
Reconciling supplier statements and preparing files for monthly payment runs
Using EPOS till data to reviewing daily sale transactions/takings, investigating discrepancies, and chasing outstanding payments from customers
Raising sales invoices and issuing statements to customers
Making bank deposits and supporting daily banking activities
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly
Supporting month-end finance administration and reporting duties
Liaising with suppliers and internal departments regarding account queries
Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc accounts and administrative duties
Ensuring confidentiality and accuracy across all financial processes at all timesTHE PERSON:
Current experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, or similar role
Experience within hospitality, retail, or a fast-paced customer-focused environment would be advantageous, but is not essential
Confident processing invoices, reconciliations, payments, and general finance administration
Experience using Xero or similar accounting software would be beneficial
Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and analytical skills
Good IT skills including MS Excel and finance systems
A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Able to work effectively under pressure within a busy environmentTO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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