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Junior Accounts Assistant - Maternity Cover

Handle Recruitment
Posted 8 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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.

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  • We are seeking ambitious finance graduates or junior accountants who are eager to grow and have a passion for the arts and creative industries.
  • This position is a 12-month maternity cover contract starting in May, offering a salary of £30,000 per year.
  • Responsibilities include accurately recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and assisting with internal financial reporting.
  • Candidates should have 6 months to 2 years of experience in a similar role and be studying towards ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or AAT qualifications.
  • Proficiency in Excel and a strong interest in the creative industries are essential for this role.

We're on the lookout for ambitious finance grads or junior accountants eager to grow, driven to make an impact, and passionate about the arts and creative industries. The role will be a 12-month maternity cover contract, starting in May.

Responsibilities:

  • Accurately record financial transactions including invoices, income, and expenses

  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank statements, and card transactions

  • Monitor and track card expenses, identifying and correcting discrepancies

  • Verify invoice accuracy and resolve payment issues

  • Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments

  • Ensure correct coding and allocation of all transactions

  • Post weekly, monthly, and year-end transactions

  • Assist with internal financial reporting

  • Help prepare financial reports for grants and other funding sources

  • Assist with VAT transactions and financial compliance requirements

  • Support audit processes by gathering and organising documents

  • Provide administrative support including filing, data entry, and correspondence

  • Support overall finance and operations across departments

  • Assist the Head of Finance with ad hoc tasks

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in Excel

  • Strong interest in the creative industries / arts
  • Studying towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA/AAT
  • Internship or 6 months-2 years of experience in a similar setting

Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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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.