Accounts Assistant

ABL Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month

London, Greater London N8 7HR, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A world-leading company in direct-to-consumer health and beauty brands is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant / Book Keeper for their finance team in North London.
The role requires at least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, AP/AR, or general accounting, with a preference for candidates familiar with multi-currency transactions.
Key responsibilities include timely invoicing, month-end closing procedures, credit control, and VAT compliance, among others.
Candidates should possess proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks or Xero, as well as strong organizational and communication skills.
The position offers a competitive salary, although the specific amount is not disclosed in the job description.

A world leading company of direct-to consumer health and beauty brands are looking for a motivated Accounts Assistant / Book Keeper to join their well established finance team. The company is growing over 100% in the past year and looking to expand and strengthen their engagement with key bricks & mortar and online retail partners across the UK and Europe.Job TitleAssistant AccountLocation North LondonWork style: 2 days office Key Responsibilities:

Timely Invoicing & Documentation: Ensure accurate and timely issuance of sales invoices and credit notes.
Month-End Closing: Perform critical month-end procedures, including:
Reconciliation of sales, receipts (by channels), bank statements, and AP/AR contra accounts.
Preparation of accruals and prepayments.
Credit Control & Dispute Resolution: Monitor customer accounts, resolve billing disputes, and follow up on overdue payments.
AR Management: Provide weekly AR aging reports, track receipt postings, and ensure proper allocation of payments.
Multi-Currency Transactions: Handle postings and reconciliations for foreign currency transactions.
VAT Compliance: Reconcile and submit UK and International VAT returns accurately and on time.
AP Processing: Post and verify AP invoices (e.g., platform fees, vendor bills).
Audit Support: Assist with year-end audit preparations and documentation.
General Finance Tasks: Maintain organized filing systems and support administrative duties as needed. Requirements:
- Experience: 2+ years in accounts receivable, AP/AR, or general accounting (experience with multi-currency transactions is a plus).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP) and Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
- Attention to Detail: Strong reconciliation skills and ability to spot discrepancies.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage deadlines for month-end and VAT submissions.
- Communication: Confident in liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders for credit control and dispute resolution.

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