ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / FINANCE ASSISTANT
LONDON | GREENWICH
UP TO £30,000 to £32,000 + STUDY SUPPORT (AAT/CIMA/ACCA) + BENEFITS
PROGRESSION AVAILABLE
THE OPPORTUNITY:
We’re partnering with a well-established London business that is looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant to join their finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid accounting experience to gain exposure across multiple finance functions, develop their skills, and support the smooth running of the financial processes.
Opportunity to progress to support with the Management Accounts within the next 12 months.
THE ACCOUNT ASSISTANT / FINANCE ASSISTANT ROLE:
As the Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant, you’ll be responsible for processing the day-to-day financial transactions and support all aspects of financial administration
Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger: Check and match purchase orders with invoices, process supplier payments, and reconcile statements
Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger: Raise sales invoices and credit notes, assist with credit control to minimise bad debts
Manage customer liaison to ensure timely payments and positive cashflow
Record daily figures and prepare journal postings to the general ledger
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information
Support stock reconciliations and liaise with payroll providers as needed
Assist in the annual budget process and provide ad hoc finance administration support
THE PERSON:
Must have experience in similar role as a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, or Assistant Accountant
Confident with both Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger tasks
Good knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and general accounting principles
Actively studying towards AAT, CIMA or ACCA or equivalent is desirable
Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software
Knowledge of UK VAT and internal financial controls
Excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive, positive attitude
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant / Assistant Accountant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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PART-TIME PURCHASE LEDGER ASSISTANT KEY REQUIREMENTS:
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Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the role provides hands-on experience across core finance processes - from credit control and banking to purchase and sales ledger activities. This apprenticeship is designed to build a strong foundation of financial knowledge and practical skills, supporting the apprentice's longer-term career journey towards becoming a qualified Accountant.
Credit Control
Support with debtor management, including chasing outstanding payments professionally.
Accurately match and allocate customer receipts to invoices.
Maintain up-to-date records of customer accounts.
Banking & Cash Management
Assist with daily banking activities including payment production and receipting.
Perform daily cashbook updates and reconciliations.
Support the monitoring of cashflow and bank balances.
Purchase Ledger
Assist with processing supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and approvals.
Support preparation of supplier payment runs.
Maintain supplier records and help resolve invoice/payment queries.
Financial Administration
Maintain organised filing systems for finance documentation.
Assist with preparing documentation for internal and external audits.
Assist with the production of sales invoices for management services.
Provide general administrative support to the Finance team as required.
Learning and Development
Actively participate in the Finance Apprenticeship programme and on-the-job training.
Apply new knowledge and skills to practical finance tasks.
Demonstrate curiosity and initiative in developing an understanding of broader finance and accounting practices.
Training Outcome:This apprenticeship is the first step towards building a long-term career in finance. As you develop your skills and gain experience, there will be opportunities to progress within the Finance team, with support to continue studying towards higher-level qualifications (such as AAT, ACCA, or CIMA). Our aim is to help you grow into a fully qualified accountant, with a pathway to take on more responsibility and develop your career within the business.Employer Description:The Bspoke Group brings together a collection of multi-class niche and specialist MGA insurance businesses, backed by A rated insurers and combining a depth of product expertise and technical underwriting management that enables us to excel as a value generating virtual insurer.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Strong numerical skills,Confident with numbers,Accuracy,Clear written,Microsoft Word, Office & Excel,Time management skills,Able to work independently,Willingness to learn,Positive & proactive attitude,Curious,Eager to develop,Open to feedback,Reliable,Responsible,Collaborative skills,Resilient,Ambitious and motivated....Read more...
Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger
Raise sales invoices
Support credit control activities (chasing overdue debts)
Allocate customer payments
Submit customer statements at month-end
Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger
Process supplier/purchase invoices and credit notes
Check invoices against the purchase order log & submit for approval
Assist with supplier payment runs & supplier statement reconciliations at month-end
Bank & Cash
Complete daily bank reconciliations & assist with month-end bank reconciliations
Verify and record employee expenses
Manage vehicle lease payments & administration, under supervision
Month-End & Reporting Support
Assist the Head of Finance with prepayment, fixed asset & control A/c reconciliations & journals, under supervision (training will be provided)
General Admin
Maintain filing systems (electronic & paper)
Assist with the handling of finance queries from suppliers and customers, under supervision
Training:Training and Qualification Level
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Assistant Accountant Level 3
Carrying out routine financial activities and providing support for businesses and organisations of all types and sizes
City of Bristol College (College Green)
Day Release
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8.30 am to 5pm
1 hour unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Prioritising skills,Following business proccesses,Multi-tasking,Independent working....Read more...
Post and review cash receipts, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Process purchase invoices, match to orders, and prepare for payment runs
Assist with nominal ledger analysis and reconciliations
Support the billing process for school fees and other charges
Assist with credit control, including chasing outstanding payments and maintaining records
Provide general support across finance functions including:- Sales ledger- Purchase ledger- Management accounts preparation- Year-end audit preparation and support
Training:The Level 3 Assistant Accountant apprenticeship standard includes 6 AAT exams, in addition to the Synoptic Assessment as part of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) process. The knowledge units will be delivered at the EMA training hub in Derby, Leicester or Nottingham (depending on apprentices’ location) through day release.Training Outcome:Opportunity for a full time position within the team upon completion of the apprenticeship programme.Employer Description:Repton is the ancient capital of Mercia, and the School, founded in 1557 from a bequest from Sir John Port of Etwall, was established on the site of a 7th century Anglo-Saxon Benedictine abbey and latterly a 12th century Augustinian priory and the School today incorporates many of the original buildings from the estate.
The School has over one thousand pupils across the Prep and Senior School, making it large enough to achieve excellence in and out of the classroom, yet small enough for individuals to grow and succeed. Repton and Repton Prep have always enjoyed a very close relationship and in 2020, the schools became a through-school.
At Repton Senior, each pupil, whether day or boarding, is a member of a House. Academic standards are high and creative activities, including music, art, drama and design, flourish. The School has a national profile in sport, in particular in football, hockey, cricket and swimming. Our pupils thrive both in and out of the classroom and they develop the skills, qualities and values that will lead to a successful life.
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Purchase Ledger inputting
Liaising with suppliers on invoice amendments & requesting credits
Chasing suppliers for missing invoices
Checking supplier statements
Filing of supplier invoices
Assisting with mileage claims, fuel & expenses
Generating & issuing Sales invoices
Verifying bank details and updating bank payment templates
Chasing Aged Debtors
Managing Accounts inbox queries and replying with information
Answering the phone and managing general enquiries
Adhoc office administration duties (e.g. Booking accommodation, monitoring & ordering office supplies)
Training:
One-to-one Tutor Assessor support in the workplace working towards Assistant Accountant Level 2 (AAT Level 2 qualification is included in this Standard)
Attending weekly classes covering Health and Safety and Equality and diversity
Functional Skills if required
Training Outcome:Excellent prospects with the possibility to progress onto level 3Employer Description:Chameleon Business Interiors is experiencing substantial growth, operating throughout the United Kingdom and in North America. We provide commercial office design, office fit out and furniture to a wide range of clients, focusing on collaboration, agile working and team culture specific to each client’s needs.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday 9am - 5pm, 30 hours to start, and after 3 months, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, 37.5 hours.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with relevant regulations.
Collaborating with colleagues to ensure client compliance with statutory deadlines.
Utilise accounting software and prepare and submitting various tax returns.
Conduct regular reconciliations of bank statements and general ledger accounts.
Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses to support strategic decision-making.
Mentor junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in financial accounting.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate reporting of financial data.
Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and accounting standards to ensure compliance.
Training:Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard Level 3:
An Assistant Accountant provides support to internal and external customers and will work predominantly either as an assistant accountant within practice or alternatively within the finance function of an organisation.
Part of their role will involve assisting in the day-to-day financial activities, such as data entry to month-end management accounts and/or year-end financial statements. In addition, the Assistant Accountant may find themselves involved in regulatory financial requirements such as the completion of VAT returns or assisting in the preparation of tax computations.
You will gather work-based evidence to demonstrate the required Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours during your apprenticeship. The apprentice will evidence that they are collating and recording data on financial information and performance accurately by applying accounting standards and concepts and will evidence analysis of reconciliation, payroll, and VAT return information. They will need to prepare accurate management information and use IT packages for this.Depending on experience, you may be able to start at the Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician.
Candidates are required to have achieved AAT Level 2 or have at least 1 year’s experience of accounting duties and complete the AAT Skills Scan to be accepted on the Level 3 Accountancy programme.
Candidates are also required to already have achieved Maths and English GCSE Grade 4/C or above or a Key/Functional Skills Level 2 qualification - Original certificates are required as evidence.
The recommended time to complete is 15-18 months to allow for confirmation of successful examination results/re-sits.
The AAT L3 course starts in January and September. The day of release is TBC
END POINT ASSESSMENT:
Assessment will be through examinations in Bookkeeping, Computerised Accounting and AAT Level 3 Accounting. Apprentices will also be assessed through a synoptic end-test covering the knowledge & skills gained, a portfolio comprising a range of evidence produced in the workplace and a reflective discussion which will be a structured interview. All components will need to be passed in order to be awarded the apprenticeship.
An End-Point Assessment will be conducted by an external provider (interview, portfolio and synoptic test).
The end-point assessment is designed to enable apprentices to demonstrate that they are fully conversant in the skills, knowledge and behaviours expected of individuals at this level.
It is designed to provide assessors with a holistic view of the apprentice and to allow them to assess to what extent the apprentice meets or exceeds the apprenticeship standard.
You will be required to attend Kirklees College in Huddersfield, one day, as part of your apprenticeship.Training Outcome:There is a strong possibility that you will gain a permanent position following successful employment as well as achievement of the full apprenticeship qualification.
On-the-job training to further develop tax knowledge and experience
Progression to Level 4 Apprenticeship and/or other training is available following successful employment and achievement of the apprenticeship. Employer Description:Chartered AccountantsWorking Hours :Monday to Friday.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
