Assistant Accountant

An Assistant Accountant position with Europe's leading venture capital firm that invests in some of the world's most exciting start-ups.

Further to being incredibly successful at what they do, they have an amazing culture and one of the
best offices in central London!

People are essential to everything that they do and this is reflected in their progressive, flexible working and wider benefits that include - unlimited holiday (yes, unlimited!), free lunch daily, gym subsidy and more. On top of the base salary, they offer a competitive discretionary bonus.

This is a rare opportunity to join not just one of the best investment firms in London but one of the
best companies to work for as well.

The successful candidate will be a recent gradudate (must have some internship experience) or have up to 18 months experience within a finance role already.

Responsibilities of assistant accountant include:

• Prepare monthly accounts and relevant supporting analysis
• Assist with the budget process and prepare monthly reports for budget holders
• Provide support with weekly payment runs, monthly payroll processes, and the staff benefits scheme
• Oversee and coordinate with fund administrators in mutliple jurisdictions
• Prepare compliance and regulatory reporting submissions for group manager review
• Carry out intercompany reconciliations, and provide support on VAT returns

You do not need to have had experience working for an investment fund. Instead, an interest in
tech, start-ups or venture capital as well as a budding career in finance is all that is needed.

Requirements of assistant accountant:

• Must have a 2:1 university degree OR AAT qualified
• Have started, or want to start, the ACCA or CIMA qualification
• Knowledge in excel and spreadsheets, and keen to develop skills
• A strong growth mindset and willingness to learn
• Interest in finance, venture capitals and technology