Assistant Accountant - Retail
North Acton
Up to £35,000 DOE
Are you ready for a new challenge in finance? We're on the lookout for an experienced Assistant Accountant to work in a lovely team within the clothing retail industry in London.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Full responsibility for the month ends close including journals, overseeing accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets depreciation
- Preparing the month ends Purchase Report such as Duty calculation, Commission and Freight charges
- Full responsibility for the balance sheet reconciliation
- Complete quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance and keeping up to date with any changes to VAT
- Preparing Weekly Management Report such as Aged TB and Sale report
- Full responsibility for weekly customer payment allocation and supervising sales invoices and debt collection
- Supporting the Management Accountant with ad hoc analysis, reporting and projects
Skills Required:
- 3-5 years experience in a similar role
- AAT fully qualified or part qualified ACCA
- Advanced MS Excel skills
- Sage 50 experience
- NBS software experience preferred but not essential
- Some understanding of double-entry book-keeping
- Highly organised, accurate with exceptional attention to detail and prioritising skills
- Ability to work in a very fast paced environment and meet deadlines
Salary & Benefits:
- Up to £35,000 DOE
- Pension Scheme
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Monthly office lunch
- Free parking
Location: The London office is located close to North Acton (central line) and Harlesden (Bakerloo line) tube stations. Fully office based, 9am - 6pm Monday to Friday.
How to Apply: Ready to take on a new challenge in your career? Apply today by sending your CV to Giselle Whitton of CV Screen in strict confidence. Join us on this exciting journey!
Alternate Job Titles:
- Accounts Assistant
- Senior Accounts Assistant
Apply now and become a vital part of our team!
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