Assistant Accountant; Trainee

Assistant Accountant (Trainee)

Salary: competitive

Benefits:
Bi-annually reviewed salary, full professional study support, approved contributory pension, healthcare, share option scheme

Hours:

Full time, Permanent

Location:

offices near Canary Wharf, East London

An ambitious and growing firm of accountants with offices in London and Cambridgeshire, specialising in providing services to a wide range of clients, from small and medium size growth businesses and individuals to multi-national corporations. Due to its ongoing growth the firm is looking to fill up to two Assistant Accountant positions at their East London offices.

Main duties:

• Assisting senior staff in all aspects of their work as required, for example: requesting information, client liaison;
• The preparation of client payrolls, carrying out of client bookkeeping, both at the office and at client premises;
• Handling incoming telephone calls both internally and externally;
• Updating records on the internal management system and maintaining accurate records;
• Preparing and despatch of standard letters, requesting and sending reminders;
• Providing ad-hoc administration support, including scanning, emailing and other clerical;
• Making suggestions on how to improve the firm's workflow processes and procedures;
• Any other duties as may reasonably be allocated from time to time.

Person specification:

• The position demands a good deal of confidence from the successful individual, as well as flexibility and a willingness to further the objectives of the firm;
• May be in possession of a maths- or accountancy-related University degree, although this is not a pre-requisite;
• Previous accounting or office experience is an advantage but is also not essential;
• Must be presentable, a clear communicator, and possess an excellent telephone manner.

Other relevant information:

• On the job training and support is provided, as well as formal training leading to a recognised accounting qualification;
• Flexible working is available (after a period of service).

There are a range of excellent long-term accountancy and tax-related prospects for the successful candidate.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all age groups.