Accounts Assistant (Fixed Term Maternity Cover) (Part Time)
Position: Accounts Assistant
Duration: 12 Months (Part Time) 4 days per week -
Location: London (Wimbledon) - Fully office Based
Reporting To: Operations Director
Line Management: None
Salary: £15.38 - £17.95 per hour (£23,992 - £28,002 - 30 hours )
Main Purpose
We are working with a company who are seeking an Accounts Assistant on a 12M Maternity Cover - You'll oversee day-to-day and month-end financial management, payroll processing, cash and credit card management, and VAT and direct tax matters. You will provide accurate and timely financial information to budget holders and Directors and be the primary contact for financial queries.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Control: Implement and ensure compliance with Companies financial policies.
- Financial Accounting: Oversee month-end processes, reconcile key control accounts, and manage VAT returns.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare financial reports, assist with audits, and manage financial aspects of capital loans and grants.
- Payroll: Prepare payroll data, ensure compliance with NMW/NLW, and manage statutory payments and records.
- Payments: Manage bank payments for payroll, rent, PAYE, VAT, and more.
- CMap & Sage: Utilize internal project management and accounting systems for tasks like setting up clients and reconciling the bank.
- Other Duties: Produce quarterly P&L, raise sales invoices, control debtors and creditors, and cover for team absences.
Person Specification
- Qualifications: Part qualified or qualified AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent); Degree (Desirable).
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in Accountancy/Finance; experience with SAGE 50 and payroll data (Essential).
- Skills: Strong technical accounting, advanced MS Office skills, excellent communication, proactive and detail-oriented.
Personal Qualities
- Positive, professional, adaptable, and committed to promoting equality and diversity.
Working Hours & Environment
- Modern office, 30 hours per week (4 days, Thursday mandatory), office-based in Wimbledon.
Benefits
- Competitive salary, pro-rata 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, pension scheme, health insurance, cycle to work scheme, and employee assistance programme.
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