Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Location: Central London
Salary: £40,000-£45,000
Contract: 3-month contract (potential temp to perm)

We are recruiting an immediately available Assistant Accountant for a retail business based in Central London. This role plays an integral part in the day-to-day running of the finance function, working closely with the Operations team to support the wider retail brand.

This is a hands-on, office-based role (5 days per week) and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, payment runs and supplier reconciliations
  • Supporting Accounts Receivable, including invoicing and reconciliations
  • Maintaining accurate ledger postings with a strong understanding of debits and credits
  • Assisting with month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Partnering with operational teams to resolve finance-related queries
  • Using Xero to ensure accurate and timely financial records

Required Experience & Skills

  • Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role
  • Strong Accounts Payable experience, with exposure to Accounts Receivable preferred
  • Solid understanding of core accounting principles
  • Prior experience within the retail or consumer sector
  • Confident user of Xero
  • Immediately available (or available at very short notice)
  • Able to work 5 days per week in the office

This role offers the opportunity to gain exposure within a well-known consumer retail business, with potential to move to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

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