Accounts Assistant

A dynamic and growing Property Acquisition company based in West Hampstead is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Director in managing a variety of accounting and financial tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team and further develop your accounting skills with the comprehensive training provided.As an Accounts Assistant, you will provide essential support to the Finance Director by assisting in a variety of accounting functions. Your responsibilities will include managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling financial transactions, and preparing reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This role will also involve handling intercompany reconciliations and VAT/CIS/HMRC returns, with training provided.Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase Invoices
• Sales Invoices
• Bank Reconciliations
• Payment Schedule Preparation
• Intercompany Reconciliations
• Work In Progress (WIP) Reconciliations
• CIS Returns
• VAT Returns
• HMRC & Companies House Returns
• Supplier Management

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Experience:

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance assistant role, ideally within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with purchase and sales invoicing, bank reconciliations, and preparing payments schedules is preferred.
• Knowledge of intercompany reconciliations and WIP would be advantageous, but not essential.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (experience with financial formulas, pivot tables, etc.).
• Experience using accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) is beneficial.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliations.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines effectively.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Highly organised, proactive, and eager to learn and develop in the accounting field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive attitude with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Overview:

• Title: Accounts Assistant.
• Location: West Hampstead, London.
• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience).
• Training: Full training will be provided for CIS returns, VAT returns, HMRC returns, and Companies House filings.
• Working Hours: Full-time (9:30 - 6:00 Monday to Thursday, 9:30-5:00 Fridays).

If you are a motivated and reliable Accounts Assistant with the ambition to progress your career within accounting, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a supportive and growing team. Should you have any further questions contact Emma Conway at Collins Property Recruitment.Should this role not be for you, but you would like to refer a friend or colleague to us, we'll happily give you £300 worth of vouchers if we successfully place them!