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Accounts Assistant

Handpicked Recruitment Limited
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

London, Greater London WC1A 2LP, England

Salary

£30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Accounts Assistant offers a salary range of £30,000 to £35,000 plus a completion of contract bonus.
  • This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in central London with a hybrid work model allowing 2 days of remote work each week.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for processing payments and invoices, bookkeeping, and assisting with monthly and quarterly reporting.
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar accounts role is required, along with a recent Bachelor's Degree from a UK university being desirable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills are essential for this position.

Title: Accounts AssistantSalary: £30,000 - £35,000 + completion of contract bonusLocation: central London - Hybrid (2 days WFH)Contract: 12 month FTC (maternity cover)

Our client is one of the largest international shipping groups based in London. Due to the continued growth of the company, we are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join the expanding team.

Responsibilities:

  • Processing payments/invoices
  • Issuing recharges to customers, monitor receipt.
  • Bookkeeping for a number of asset owning entities and assist the finance team in the preparation of monthly/quarterly reporting packs.
  • Perform regular Balance Sheet reconciliations, including inter-company reconciliations
  • Assist with monthly management reports, including victualling rate analysis and crew change costs
  • Assist with Year-End financial audits
  • Ensure new suppliers are set up in compliance with company policies
  • Assist with ad hoc projects as needed

Role Requirements

  • Recent Bachelor's Degree from a UK University is desirable
  • At least 1 year within a similar Accounts role is essential
  • Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office functions (Word and Excel).
  • Ability to take and organize screenshots efficiently.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
  • Basic understanding of document formatting and file management.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
  • Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.