Finance Associate

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Finance Associate (Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable)

Type:
Permanent and full-time

Location:

Central London, UK (Hybrid)

Salary: £33,000 – £40,000 per annum, depending on experience

Reports to:

Head of Finance

Working hours:

Monday to Friday 9-5.30 pm, and any additional hours and days as required by your role.

Note Worthy is an award-winning company specialising in the high-end delivery of travel experiences for families, couples, and groups. Programmes and experiences are designed with attention to detail and excellence in the UK, Ireland, Paris, and Normandy. Experiences delivered are unforgettable and provide access to the unreachable.

We go beyond luxury accommodation and chauffeur-driven cars to provide an authentic taste of British, Irish, and French culture. In addition to fast‑tracked access to all must‑see visitor attractions, we make the inaccessible feasible through our network of private contacts. Exclusive experiences range from privately guided visits of Royal Estates to homestays in castles, and behind‑the‑scenes tours of iconic institutions.

Note Worthy specialises in Ultra High Net Worth and High Net Worth clients from the USA.

We are seeking a Finance Associate (AP/AR) to support the day‑to‑day running of the finance function. This is a hands‑on role responsible for transactional finance, reconciliations, and supporting month‑end close, ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast‑paced SME environment.

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring appropriate approvals.
• Prepare weekly payment runs for review and raise bank payments for authorisation.
• Maintain supplier account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

• Upload sales invoices from Salesforce and ensure accurate posting to Xero.
• Monitor outstanding balances, follow up on overdue payments, and support the Sales team with credit control.
• Ensure consistency between Salesforce billing data and Xero accounting records.

• Administer and monitor company credit and prepaid debit card system usage in Pleo. Ensure all payments are transferred to Xero with correct coding.
• Ensure timely submission, review, and reconciliation of receipts and supporting documentation.

• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and supplier statement reconciliations.
• Support month‑end and year‑end close, including audit schedules and compliance documentation.
• Assist with VAT returns, with exposure to UK VAT rules including the Tour Operators Margin Scheme (TOMS).

• Act as first point of contact for finance queries via the shared accounts inbox.
• Liaise professionally with suppliers, clients, and internal teams to resolve billing and payment queries.
• Support ad hoc finance projects and process improvements as required.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or AP/AR role.
• AAT qualified or studying, or part‑qualified CIMA/ACCA preferred.
• Solid understanding of double‑entry bookkeeping and journal processes.

• Strong experience using Xero (invoicing, reconciliations, reporting).
• Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills.
• Experience with online banking platforms.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM/accounting integrations desirable.

• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a small team.

This role offers strong development opportunities, with scope to progress into a Senior Finance Analyst or Management Accountant position as the business grows.