Accounting Associate, Accounting Assistant

An entry-level position in House of LDGERS' service-delivery team. The Associate 1 performs fundamental accounting tasks under direct supervision of senior team members, with a focus on accuracy, learning the LDGERS systems, and supporting the overall delivery of client work.

• Participate actively in onboarding and ongoing training sessions to build accounting knowledge and platform proficiency.
• Stay current with changes in accounting standards, client-specific procedures, and LDGERS system updates.

• Use Auto Entry to fetch and process client invoices, ensuring correct integration into Xero.
• Verify invoice accuracy, coding, and VAT compliance before posting.
• Track and clear the Auto Entry rejected folder.
• Chase clients (via email or agreed channel) when invoices are not received on schedule, and flag delays internally.
• Build accuracy and speed by configuring system defaults and learning client patterns.
• Chase the bank statement (internally or with the client) to ensure timely receipt.
• Upload bank statements into Xero and perform basic reconciliations.
• Identify queries; elevate internally and follow up with the client weekly. No item should remain untouched in bank reconciliation older than 7 days.
• Perform monthly supplier statement of account (SOA) reconciliations through Auto Entry.
• Download POS and merchant sales reports as per client requirement.
• Post sales transactions accurately into Xero and reconcile with bank statements and Cash Up.
• Allocate deposits and vouchers correctly; raise queries when client information is incomplete.

• File and organise all documentation per company policy.
• Maintain electronic filing within Xero.
• Adhere to LDGERS accounting policies and procedures.
• Update tasks in Click Up accurately and on time.
• Maintain time logs and follow standard operating procedures.
• Support senior accounting staff on ad-hoc tasks and projects.
• Resolve transactional queries promptly; elevate when needed.
• Collaborate with peers and seniors to clear outstanding items.

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback
• Discipline with documentation and process
• Clear written communication
• Reliability and time management
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field (or final year of study).
• 0–6 months of relevant experience (internships acceptable).
• Working knowledge of accounting fundamentals (ledger postings, bank reconciliation, VAT basics).
• Familiarity with Xero, Auto Entry, or similar accounting platforms is an advantage but not required.