Accounts Assistant

Page Personnel Finance ,
London, Greater London
Contract Type: Contract
Salary: £28,000 per annum

Overview

This is an Accounts Assistant position, based in central London. The candidate needs to be on a 2 week notice period or less, to start the second week of March. Client Details This Accountancy position, based in central London is working for a high end retail company. Description Accounts Assistant Duties and tasks will include but not be limited to: Posting account receivable receipts (received direct into bank and via card payment over the telephone); Maintaining customer accounts and ensuring receipts and credit notes are fully matched to invoices Assisting with posting supplier invoices and payments to the supplier accounts once these have been coded Processing cash expense claims ensuring all supporting receipt and vouchers are received and checked Processing and posting credit card expenditure and by ensuring all applicable receipt and vouchers have been received from all cardholders and any necessary reclaimable input VAT is identified Preparation of the weekly bank account and PDQ receipts reconciliations Independently prepare the quarterly VAT returns with minimal supervision from the financial controller Assisting with the maintenance of education allowances accruing to qualifying customers Assisting with any adhoc tasks in connection with monthly internal reporting for submission to HQ in Italy Where the need arises or cover is required, assisting the Customer Care team in dealing with customer queries. Ad-hoc Accountancy tasks Profile The successful candidate will be: 2-3 years of accounting experience; can be equivalent combination of education and on the job experience. Educated to degree level, or equivalent work experience; Knowledge of accounting systems and procedures preferably SAGE ERP X3, Diapason 6; Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and work by priority; Attention to detail and must be more proactive than reactive Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS Outlook in particular); Enthusiastic and committed to achieving both individual and organisational goals, demonstrating a clear understanding of Davines business model; A quick learner, with a calm & measured disposition; Ability to work effectively under pressure and a clear communicator. Job Offer This Accounts Assistant position, based in central London will offer the perfect opportunity for someone to learn and progress within accountancy, in an exciting sector.