Accounts Assistant

A fantastic opportunity for a professional, diligent, and confident Accounts Assistant to support an innovative team within a fast-paced construction company.

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team. This office-based role involves working across accounting, payroll, and general administrative duties, supporting the finance function in a fast-paced environment.

The Role:

• Support the management and processing of invoices received into the AP mailbox.
• Bank reconciliations and VAT returns
• Ensuring the accuracy of financial records and assisting with month-end and year-end processes
• Maintaining and updating the general ledger
• Processing and reconciling supplier invoices, receipts, and payments
• Assisting with the preparation of Management Accounts
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Assist with financial reporting, account reconciliations, and compliance tasks.
• Support HR processes, including documentation and onboarding.
• Take initiative to manage and complete tasks independently, ensuring precision and thoroughness.
• Adapt to the fast-paced environment, handling a variety of operational needs efficiently.
• Manage the approval process for purchase invoices and proactively chase unapproved invoices.
• Ensure all invoices are processed in Sage 50 in a timely manner, meeting KPIs.
• Responsible for invoicing.
• Ensure the company system is maintained.
• Prepare documents such as invoices.

Essential Requirements:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Windows 10, SharePoint, and Outlook.
• 1-2 years of experience in Finance.
• Experience with Sage 50.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• A confident and professional manner.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with internal and external teams.
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills.
• Knowledge of Dutch is preferred.

Summary:

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Fenchurch Street, London (Head Office)

Competitive remuneration package

21 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension