Accountant Interiors Startup Kent

Accountant | Fast-Growth Interiors Startup | Kent / Hybrid

The Client

Harmonic is very excited to be working alongside a fast-growing startup in the interiors space. They have doubled their turnover every year since their inception and forecast continuous growth for the years to come. They foster a creative environment where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued. They are a close-knit team and are looking for a dynamic accountant to join them in their growth journey.

This business specializes in furniture, staging, and home installation. With over 20 years of industry experience, their team of designers and project managers deliver high-quality services to their customers.

The Role

In this role, you will spearhead the accounting function and work alongside founders, designers, and project managers to ensure the finance operations are running smoothly. As a small business, our client is looking for someone hands on, and who can not only fulfill their accounting duties, but also be a team player in support of office management and HR responsibilities.

Core responsibilities will include handling the day-to-day accounting function, reconciliation, invoice management, AP and AR, and working with senior leadership on business strategy. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to contribute to a fast growing business and expand their knowledge in a creative studio setting.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day bookkeeping tasks including banking arrangements, online account management, and reconciliation of finance system transactions
• Manage invoicing, sales ledger credit control, and purchase ledger validation
• Handle VAT accounting, prepare returns, and liaise with creditors
• Oversee stock management and processing through interfacing systems
• Maintain asset accounting and balance sheet control within the finance system
• Process expenses using integrated finance system modules
• Maintain project finance schedules and provide oversight
• Prepare monthly management accounts and present to the Management team
• Collaborate with external financial accountants for statutory accounts and Revenue returns
• Lead end-to-end finance operations, including payments, reconciliation, expenses, and salaries
• Assist in cash flow management and strategic business forecasting
• Attend senior management meetings and prepare finance-related information

What we need to see

• Highly proficient in the AP and AR functions
• Highly proficient in finance packages such as Xero
• An interest in design
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What we'd like to see

• Experience in a a fast growth, fast paced environment
• Experience in sole finance role
• Experience in the interior design/furniture/creative space
• Studio/small business experience

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Kent (hybrid)

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At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.