TEMPLEWOOD RECRUITMENT LTD Hiring for Assistant Accountant at Ruislip Full Time

Are you looking for a new opportunity? Do you have experience with purchase and sales ledgers? Do you have previous experience working as an Assistant Accountant?

Templewood Recruitment are proudly partnering with a well-established global Sourcing & Procurement specialist, who are looking for an Assistant Accountant based in their Head Office in Ruislip. The role will be ing into the Finance Director and supported by a Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger clerk.

As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a lead role in the financial management operations. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of financial tasks, from maintaining accurate records to ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in recording, classifying, and maintaining financial transactions in the company’s accounting software (Sage Software).
• Support in the preparation and maintenance of general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee processing and management of accounts payable, including vendor invoices, expense s, and purchase orders.
• Producing cash book records, reconciling bank statements and investigating anomalies
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Assist in tracking and collecting outstanding customer payments and pro-forma invoices.
• Prepare customer invoices and credit memos as needed.
• Reconcile bank statements to ensure accurate financial ing.
• Support team to investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues.
• Generate financial s, such as income statements and balance sheets, on a regular basis.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor and analyse expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities and trends.
• Ensure Reconciling petty cash expenditure, employee expenses and corporate credit card payments compliance with all accounting and financial regulations and standards.
• Assist in tax preparation and audits.
• Collaborate with the finance team on special projects and financial analysis.
• Provide support in ad-hoc financial tasks and ing as needed.

What we are looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Previous experience in accounting or finance, particularly with Month & Year End close.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage software) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Someone who is highly trustworthy, confidential and able to work on own initiative
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines.
• Takes pride in their work and likes to deliver work of a high quality standard.
• Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance is a plus.