Average Accounts Officer salary in City of London

A well-known Japanese company is currently recruiting an Accounts Officer to join their small team in West London office. In this role you will be responsible for general accounting tasks.Understanding of Japanese culture and some Japanese skill will be highly advantageous.-------------------------------------------Eligible applicants:- (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner, - (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship, YMS, GraduateWork type: Hybrid working availableVisa support: No ------------------------------------------- TYPE: Permanent, full-timeWORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:30 from Monday to FridaySALARY: Up to £40k, depending on experience, plus good benefitsSTART: ASAPLOCATION: West LondonAccounts Officer Main Responsibilities: • Financial Data Management: Journal entries, bookkeeping, and support for monthly and annual closing • Bookkeeping and Report Preparation: Creating financial statements, income and expenditure reports, and expense management reports • Budget Management: Supporting departmental budget planning and conducting comparative analysis with actual performance • Invoice and Payment Management: Issuing invoices, processing expense reimbursements, and following up on outstanding payments • Liaison with External Accounting Firms: Promptly responding to requests for necessary information and document submissions • Audit Support: Preparing materials and responding to internal and external audits • Coordination with Japan Headquarters: Communicating with the head office accounting team and preparing and submitting reportsAccounts Officer Ideal Candidate:• Practical accounting experience in the UK is required • Business-level English proficiency • Proficiency in Microsoft Office • Experience working at a Japanese company or speaking business level fluency in Japanese is highly advantageous • Holding a bookkeeping qualification (such as AAT) is preferred ** All applicants for the Accounts Officer must have the right to work in the UK without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support. **We regret that we cannot accept applications from YMS, Graduate or Student visa holders. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.

A well-established overseas bank is seeking an KYC Officer to join its Operations team in the City of London. This is a full-time, office-based role on a 6-12 month fixed-term contract, with the potential to become permanent. The position focuses on centralized account opening and maintenance, ensuring compliance with AML/CFT regulations and internal policies. Key Responsibilities: Review account opening applications, ensuring compliance with risk screening and sanction policies.Assess client documentation, verifying source of wealth and risk categorization.Conduct due diligence for high-risk accounts, including SPVs, charities, and individuals from high-risk jurisdictions.Liaise with Front Office and Compliance to ensure complete and accurate client records.Perform quality assurance checks and maintain internal tracking systems.Stay up to date with regulatory changes and contribute to process improvements. Requirements: Experience in client onboarding, KYC, or account opening within a financial institution.Strong understanding of AML, CFT, and risk assessment procedures.Knowledge of various entity types, including trusts, charities, and SPVs.Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under strict deadlines.Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and senior management. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable bank with the potential for a long-term career. Apply now to be part of a dynamic and professional team.

Account Manager - £50,000 Base + Uncapped Commission (OTE £80,000+) + Benefits About the Company Our client is a leading financial business intelligence provider, offering news, data, and insights to senior executives pursuing investment opportunities across telecoms, media, and technology globally. Based in the heart of central London, this high-growth business is on an exciting trajectory and is now seeking a dynamic Account Manager to join their London-based Sales team. What’s in it for You: Base Salary: Up to £50,000Uncapped OTE: £30,000+ based on targets (with higher earnings for exceeding targets)25 days annual leave + bank holidaysCompany pension schemeEmployee perks platformRegular monthly team social eventsHybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days remoteCharity contributions: A percentage of company profits is donated annually to UK and overseas charitiesCareer growth: Join a fast-growing company where you can develop your career further! About the Role: As an Account Manager, you will play a key role in driving client retention and growth. You will manage a portfolio of 60-70 accounts, working to ensure customer satisfaction and uncover upsell opportunities. With a strategic approach to account planning, you will identify growth opportunities, manage a sales pipeline, and deliver results. Key Responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of 60-70 accounts, ensuring retention and growthProvide excellent account management support to drive customer satisfaction and renewalsUncover upsell opportunities within existing client relationshipsDevelop and execute strategic account plans to identify growth opportunitiesAccurately forecast sales and manage a pipeline to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual targetsWork proactively and consultatively to match client needs with our products, demonstrating competitive advantage, particularly in mergers and acquisitions. About You: We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Account Manager with: 3+ years of experience managing B2B subscription accounts, preferably in business intelligence or financial services (Buy Side/Sell Side)A proven track record in account retention and growth, ideally within the TMT or finance sectorsExperience generating and maintaining a healthy sales pipeline to hit targetsA self-driven, results-oriented approach with the ability to work independentlyThe ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure client satisfactionA passion for being a driving force within a sales team and the broader business If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a fast-growing company where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now for this Account Manager role. For more information, please email your CV to us. We look forward to hearing from you! ABR Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role and specialises in placing candidates into permanent positions within Media / Digital, Technology / SAAS, Market Research, Events & Business Information. Web Due to high volumes of applicants, we regret that we can only contact those who are invited to interview. Should you not have heard from us within 2 weeks you may assume you have not been successful at this time, but we thank you for your time and interest in the role.