My client a premium, members-only travel service that provides exclusive, negotiated rates, elevated perks, and curated luxury stays around the world are seeking a technically strong Assistant Accountant to join their friendly team.
*Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum.
*Working hours: 9:30am–6:00pm.
*Working pattern: Hybrid role with one day per week working from home.
*Location: Central London, conveniently located near Oxford Circus tube station.
Responsibilities:
Transaction Processing & General Ledger Support
*Assist with posting journals, including accruals and prepayments.
*Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records within the accounting system.
*Support the maintenance of the general ledger.
Contractor & Supplier Payments
*Process and manage payments to independent contractors, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and relevant VAT obligations.
*Verify contractor invoices and supporting documentation prior to payment authorisation.
*Manage the end-to-end supplier payment process, including scheduling payment runs and maintaining accurate payment records.
*Liaise with contractors and suppliers to resolve invoice queries, discrepancies, and payment issues in a timely manner.
Reconciliations & Month-End Support
*Own and perform bank reconciliations on a daily basis, ensuring all accounts are fully reconciled and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
*Support month-end close processes, including preparing schedules and working papers.
*Help ensure all financial data is complete and ready for reporting deadlines.
Payroll & VAT Support
*Support payroll processing by preparing and checking data.
*Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and supporting schedules.
*Ensure records are maintained in line with HMRC requirements.
Backlog & Data Clean-Up
*Support in clearing any backlog of financial transactions.
*Assist with data clean-up and ensuring records are accurate and complete.
*Help maintain organised and audit-ready documentation.
Reporting & Administration
*Assist in preparing regular financial reports and ad hoc analysis.
*Maintain organised filing systems (electronic and paper).
*Liaise with internal teams to resolve queries and gather information.
*Provide general administrative support to the finance team.
About you:
*1–3 years’ experience in an accounting or finance role.
* Understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping (this is very important).
*Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
*Experience using accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or similar).
*Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
*Good working knowledge of Stripe and Revolut.
*Strong understanding of commission payment platforms such as Onyx, TACS, etc.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that is really growing and evolving at a rapid pace. If this sounds like the next long term job for you - please apply today for immediate consideration.