**Assistant Management Accountant
- Annual Salary: £30k - £40k
- Location: Northwest London
- Job Type: Full-time / Office Based
Reed is acting on behalf of a prestigious fashion client in London who are looking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their team. This role is perfect for a finance professional with a strong background in accounting, who is ready to take on full responsibility for month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations, and who has a passion for financial reporting and analysis.
**Day-to-day of the role:
- Take full responsibility for month-end close, including journals, overseeing accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset depreciation.
- Prepare month-end Purchase Reports, including Duty calculation, Commission, and Freight charges.
- Manage balance sheet reconciliation thoroughly and accurately.
- Complete quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance and staying updated with VAT changes.
- Prepare Weekly Management Reports such as Aged Trial Balance and Sales report.
- Oversee weekly customer payment allocation and supervise sales invoices and debt collection.
- Provide support and cover for the Assistant Accountant and manage and mentor a Junior Accountant.
- Support the Management Accountant with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and projects.
- Work closely with the management accountant and concession teams for accurate financial reporting.
- Demonstrate knowledge of finance operations to facilitate the resolution of issues.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and demonstrate innovation to achieve the best results.
**Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Advanced MS Excel skills with a minimum of 3 years' experience.
- Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
- A ‘can do' and positive attitude with an analytical mindset.
- Well-organised and diligent with exceptional attention to detail.
- Capable of working to and meeting tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ambition and desire for personal and professional growth.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary ranging from £30k - £40k, depending on experience.
- Generous pension schemes.
- A vibrant and inclusive company culture.
- Opportunities for career development within the retail industry.
- Prime location in Northwest London with free parking.
- Monthly free lunch provided in the office.
Working Hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 9am to 6pm
- Friday: 9am to 5pm
*Please do not apply for this role if you are looking for hybrid/remote work, it is office based only*