Assistant Accountant Required in London - London

Assistant Accountant Required in London

High Performance started in 2021 with the High Performance Podcast, hosted by Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes. Today it's a group of shows, live events and brand partnerships built on one idea: learning from the people who've done it. Alongside the flagship podcast, the slate includes High Performance Racing, High Performance Business, Untapped, On The Mend and Feel Good Formula.
Our ValuesPositivity, Time-focussed, Kindness, Experimentation, Teamwork, Trust, Drive, Consistency, 100% responsibility
Job PurposeThe Accountant will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, taking responsibility for the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes, whilst assisting with the month-end close and wider financial reporting activities.
The role will play an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely processing of transactions, reconciling key balance sheet accounts and providing support with general finance queries across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable (AP)
Take ownership of the end-to-end accounts payable function.
Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
Ensure invoices are appropriately authorised and coded to the correct nominal accounts.
Manage supplier payments in line with agreed payment terms.

Accounts Receivable (AR)
Take ownership of the accounts receivable function.
Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on a timely basis.
Monitor outstanding customer balances and manage credit control activities.
Allocate incoming customer payments and reconcile customer accounts.

Month End Support
Assist with the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met.
Preparing month end journal entries (prepayments & accruals)
Assist with balance sheet reconciliations.
Support the preparation of monthly management accounts.
Investigate variances and provide supporting information to the wider finance team.

General Finance Support
Act as a point of contact for general finance queries from internal stakeholders and external parties.
Provide ad hoc financial information and analysis as required.
Support the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting activities.
Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation when required.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes and procedures.

Career Progression & Role Development
Role to develop from accountant to management accountant.
Ultimately taking full ownership of the month-end close process, from preparation through to reporting.
Managing the month-end timetable and ensuring all deadlines are achieved.
Taking ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring all accounts are fully reconciled.
Preparing and analysing monthly management accounts.

Skills & Experience
Previous experience in an accounts or finance role.
Owned accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
Experience preparing account reconciliations.
Experience preparing & posting journal entries.
Basic understanding of month-end accounting procedures.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to resolving queries.
Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively to a wider finance team.

Personal Attributed
Proactive and organised, with a hands-on approach.
Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to investigate issues.
Reliable, accountable and able to take ownership of responsibilities.
Flexible and willing to support the wider finance function.
A team player with a positive and professional attitude.

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