An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a highly respected organisation based in London, offering a competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. You will be part of a knowledgeable finance team that is committed to sharing expertise and providing ongoing training opportunities. The organisation prides itself on its inclusive culture, flexible working arrangements, and commitment to nurturing talent from all backgrounds. If you are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in a dependable and considerate setting, this position offers the ideal next step in your career.
Responsibilities:
* Manage the accounts payable process by ensuring purchase orders are in place according to internal guidelines, processing invoices, and organising timely payments for review by the Finance Director.
* Maintain accurate vendor master data within SAP, ensuring all information is up-to-date and compliant with company policies.
* Validate employee expenses using CONCUR in line with internal guidelines before posting transactions into SAP.
* Post bank transactions efficiently and accurately as part of daily financial operations.
* Monitor and action requests received via the finance mailbox, responding promptly to queries from both external and internal customers with empathy and professionalism.
* Support other business functions with finance-related queries concerning accounts payable processes, assisting the Finance Director in identifying and implementing improvements.
* Assist with month-end activities including budget reviews with budget holders, posting accruals and prepayments, reconciling balance sheet items such as bank and stock balances, preparing monthly UK finance reports for global reporting purposes.
* Contribute to financial planning and analysis by supporting quarterly reforecasting exercises and annual business plan processes alongside the Finance Director.
* Help evolve data analytics capabilities within the UK organisation by participating in data testing, maintenance tasks, and liaising with internal or external partners as needed.
* Oversee fleet management responsibilities including relationship management with third-party vendors, car ordering logistics, delivery coordination to employees, vehicle returns at lease end, and driver safety management according to company policies.
The Ideal Candidate:
* AAT qualification or ACCA part-qualification is essential for this role as it demonstrates your foundational knowledge of accounting principles.
* At least two years’ experience working within a finance setting is required so you can confidently handle complex transactional processes.
* Familiarity with financial systems such as COUPA, CONCUR or SAP would be advantageous for streamlining workflow efficiency.
* Experience collating tax-relevant data for HMRC submissions is desirable as it supports compliance requirements within the organisation.
* Excellent communication skills are necessary for interacting effectively with colleagues across departments as well as external partners.
* A curious mindset combined with initiative enables you to identify areas for process improvement while supporting wider business objectives.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously ensures deadlines are met without compromising accuracy or quality of work.
* Strong organisational skills allow you to maintain meticulous records across various financial functions including accounts payable and month-end reporting.
* Proficiency in building positive relationships with third-party vendors enhances fleet management outcomes and credit card administration processes.
* Commitment to collaborative teamwork fosters an inclusive atmosphere where everyone’s contributions are recognised.
Next Steps:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounting career within a truly supportive environment-apply now!
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