Accounts Assistant - Financial Services

This role is an excellent opportunity for an immediately available and experienced Accounts Assistant to join a growing investment firm based in London on a fixed contract basis of 12-months, this will initially be to cover maternity leave and the successful candidate will need to have obtained experience across the Financial Services sector previously. The position will be offering hybrid working to the successful candidate.

Client Details

This role is an excellent opportunity for an immediately available and experienced Accounts Assistant to join a growing investment firm based in London on a fixed contract basis of 12-months, this will initially be to cover maternity leave and the successful candidate will need to have obtained experience across the Financial Services sector previously. The position will be offering hybrid working to the successful candidate.

Our client is a growing investment firm based in the heart of London with a considerable presence in the London market. With an emphasis on growth and development, they are offering a great opportunity for someone to build already existing experience within a good company.

Description

• Overseeing daily transactions, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Participating in regular tax audits and payroll preparation.
• Organising financial data into usable information and maintaining updated records.
• Tracking and monitoring financial transactions and reports.
• Coordinating with the finance team to complete assigned accounting tasks within deadlines.
• Supporting within month-end and year-end closing.
• General ad-hoc duties where needed.

Profile

The successful Accounts Assistant should have:

• A strong academic background in Accounting or Finance.
• Proven work experience within the Financial Services sector.
• A solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office, databases and accounting software.

Job Offer

• Salary range of £49,500 - £55,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working available, offering two days from home per week.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving department within the Financial Services industry in London.
• Immediate start.
• Office based in the heart of London.
• 12-month fixed contract.

We encourage all candidates who believe they could bring value to this role to apply.