Assistant Accountant

The role of Assistant Accountant offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial operations within the FMCG sector. This permanent position based in London is ideal for someone looking to grow their expertise in accounting and finance.

Client Details

The hiring company is a well-established, medium-sized organisation operating within the FMCG industry. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality products and maintaining an efficient and professional workplace.

Description

**This role is office based 5 days per week**

• Matching invoices to purchase orders and monitoring open goods receipt list.
• Posting supplier invoices / credit notes (service/item)/ non- stock invoices on SAP.
• Posting Payroll journals and staff accounts monthly.
• Weekly supplier payment run in Euros/GBP currency.
• Posting customer receipts on SAP on daily basis and reconcile with customer remittances.
• Merchant account posting/ Online payment reconciliation for COD and Stripe payments.
• Non- stock invoices Cost analysis on monthly basis for month end accounts.
• Take initiative and communicate with other departments to resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain supplier contract copies for recurring bills.
• Maintain accounts documentation and filing/storing/archiving. File invoices paid for each payment run.
• Request and reconcile supplier statements weekly and handle supplier queries as required.
• Emailing remittance advices and statements as required and/or requested.
• Processing cheques received - copying and entering in deposit book.
• Petty cash: Managing daily and reconciling weekly.
• Accounts receivable credit notes: Creating service credit notes and printing item credit notes. Liaising with other departments to resolve any credit note queries daily.
• To perform Bank Reconciliations, including foreign currency accounts.
• Calculate and complete return for Intrastat and upload the data onto HMRC website. Calculate VAT return for review within the agreed deadlines on monthly basis.
• Compile rebate and growth matric reports on monthly basis.
• Other duties as delegated from time by the management accountant or any other person designated in their absence

Profile

A successful Assistant Accountant should have:

• A recognised qualification in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
• Experience in the FMCG sector is advantageous.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Job Offer

• A salary range of £33,000 to £35,000
• 33 days of holiday, plus an additional day for your birthday.
• Standard pension scheme for long-term financial planning.
• The possibility of hybrid working after the probation period.
• A permanent role within a respected company in the London FMCG industry.

If this sounds like your next career move, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your professional journey.