Assistant Accountant

We are currently recruiting for an experienced

Assistant Accountant to join a professional and regulated financial services organisation based in Paddington, London W2.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to develop their accounting career within a professional and structured environment.

The successful candidate will haveat least 3 years' relevant accounting experience, ideally gained within a Chartered Accountancy Practice or an FCA-regulated financial services organisation.

You will support the wider finance function across a range of accounting activities and will be expected to work accurately, efficiently and to a high standard.

• Assist with the day-to-day accounting function and maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Assist with the preparation of management and financial information.
• Process and reconcile financial transactions.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Prepare and process invoices and payments.
• Carry out regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and analysis.
• Assist with the preparation of information required for audits and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and accounting queries.
• Liaise with internal teams and external contacts where required.
• Ensure accounting processes are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
• Provide general support to the senior members of the finance team.
• Assist with ad-hoc finance projects and duties as required.

The successful candidate will be an experienced and motivated finance professional with a strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in developing their accounting career.

• A minimum of 3 years' relevant accounting experience.
• Experience gained within aChartered Accountancy Practice or FCA-regulated financial services organisationwould be advantageous.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and processes.
• Strong Excel skills and good overall IT ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive approach and willingness to take responsibility.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working within a professional, regulated environment would be advantageous.

This role would suit an experienced Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant who is looking to build on their existing experience and develop further within a professional financial services environment.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while working alongside an experienced finance team.