Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Financial Reporting

Accountant

Location: London, UK
Contract Type: Contract Position (12 Months, Extendable)
Start Date: ASAP
Work Pattern: Monday - Friday (Hybrid Working)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

We are seeking an Accountant to support the Accounting Manager in ensuring the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, with a particular focus on Accounts Receivable, invoicing, cash management, balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, Accounts Payable, and other relevant month-end close activities.

The successful candidate will maintain strong financial controls, support reporting requirements, and ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards. This role requires a proactive individual who can operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process, including invoicing, collections, customer account reconciliations, and monitoring overdue balances.
• Assist with cash flow monitoring and working capital management.
• Assist with the preparation of revenue accruals and monthly reconciliations.
• Assist with the Accounts Payable process, including supplier invoice processing, payment runs, vendor account reconciliations, and resolution of invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
• Support month-end, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.
• Support statutory audits and provide required documentation to internal and external auditors.
• Ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and compliant with company policies.
• Provide support to other teams across the organization as required.

• Several years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a holding or investment company (target 3-4 years).
• Experience with SAP and advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve goals.