Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - Growing Financial Services Business

Based: South West London (hybrid)

Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 (dependent on experience) plus excellent benefits

6 month maternity cover contract

A leading financial services business in South West London is now looking to hire an Accounts Assistant for their high profile team on a 6 month maternity cover contract. Reporting into the Financial Controller the duties of the Accounts Assistant will include:

• Provide finance and administrative services to the group
• Process group payments
• Credit control
• Reconciliations
• Ad hoc duties / project work as requested by the Financial Controller

We are looking for a graduate or part qualified ACCA or CIMA with proven 2-4 years experience in a similar role who is looking to develop their career within a dynamic, fun organisation

Requirements for Accounts Assistant

• 2-4 years experience in a similar finance role
• Ability to hit the ground running
• Strong Excel skills ideally with knowledge of SAGE 50
• Financial services / insurance experience would be advantageous but not essential
• Excellent communication skills and a confident manner
• Ability to multitask and prioritise
• Flexible, professional and team approach
• Willingness to work in a 6 month contract capacity
• Full UK driving licence required as there will be travel to other offices in Surrey.

The company actively promotes professional development and offers a generous salary, benefits and well being package.They have an excellent track record of career advancement and high retention rate of staff.