Assistant Accountant Required in London - London

Assistant Accountant Required in London

We are working with a dynamic, premium quick-service restaurant brand specialising in high-quality, flame-grilled burgers. Operating across multiple locations, they are known for their fresh ingredients, signature recipes, and commitment to operational excellence. They are looking for a detail-oriented and versatile professional to support both the financial backbone and day-to-day administration of their growing operation.

The Account Associate is a hybrid role that blends office administration with core accounting support. Working closely with operations, procurement, and finance teams, you will ensure smooth office workflows, maintain financial controls, and assist with purchasing and inventory administration. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced F&B or hospitality environment and enjoys wearing both administrative and clerical hats.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Support:

Assist with daily financial controls, including reconciling sales reports, petty cash, and cashier over/shorts.
Process accounts payable and receivable – code invoices, match purchase orders, and prepare payment batches.
Support month-end closing activities (journal entries, accruals, and basic reconciliations).
Monitor and track operating expenses against budget, flagging discrepancies.
Assist with basic payroll data preparation (hours, tips, deductions).

Purchasing & Inventory Administration:

Support purchasing activities by generating purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and liaising with suppliers.
Assist in inventory administration – conduct periodic stock counts, reconcile usage against sales, and report variances.
Maintain accurate records of inventory adjustments, waste, and transfers between locations (if applicable).

Office & Document Management:

Manage general office operations (supplies, equipment maintenance, vendor communication).
Organize and maintain digital and physical files – contracts, staff records, insurance, health/safety logs.
Prepare internal reports on sales, inventory, and operational metrics for management review.
Assist with onboarding paperwork, schedule coordination, and basic HR administrative tasks.

Compliance & Support:

Ensure adherence to company policies regarding cash handling, purchasing limits, and document retention.
Support internal and external audit requests as needed.
Collaborate with restaurant managers to resolve administrative or invoice discrepancies.

Qualifications & Skills:

1–2 years of combined experience in office administration and basic accounting/clerical work.
Sound understanding of accounting procedures (AP/AR, reconciliations, basic bookkeeping).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, lookups) and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar).
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Experience gained within the F&B, quick-service restaurant (QSR), or hospitality sector.
Familiarity with inventory management systems or POS data extraction.
Knowledge of UK health & safety / food business regulations is a plus.
Hybrid working arrangement (office + on-site at locations as needed).
Opportunity to grow within an expanding premium restaurant brand.
Supportive, team-oriented culture.

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