An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a successful luxury company. This role offers the chance to work within a dynamic team, providing crucial support to the Financial Controller. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to work independently, and possess excellent attention to detail. Experience with Excel spreadsheets is essential, and familiarity with SAP would be advantageous.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a successful luxury company. This role offers the chance to work within a dynamic team, providing crucial support to the Financial Controller. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to work independently, and possess excellent attention to detail. Experience with Excel spreadsheets is essential, and familiarity with SAP would be advantageous.

• Opportunity to work in a successful luxury company
• Key role supporting the Financial Controller
• Excel spreadsheet experience essential

What you'll do:

As an Accounts Assistant, your role will be pivotal in maintaining the financial health of the organisation. You'll be responsible for managing both purchase and sales ledgers, inputting invoices into the accounts software, dealing with supplier queries, and conducting weekly payment runs. Your keen eye for detail will be utilised in performing balance sheet and bank reconciliations, as well as assisting with month-end processing and reporting. Additionally, you'll handle employees' business expense claims and VAT return preparations.

• Cover all aspects of day-to-day accounts reporting directly to the Financial Controller
• Manage purchase ledger in conjunction with part-time support already in place
• Input invoices into accounts software / CRM system
• Handle supplier queries and perform supplier statement reconciliations
• Conduct weekly payment run by bacs
• Manage sales ledger including sales invoicing, retail and contract, credit control, and preparing ad-hoc sales invoices
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations
• Prepare CIS deduction statements & records for review & submission
• Assist with month-end processing & reporting
• Process employees' business expense claims and VAT return preparation

What you bring:

As an Accounts Assistant, you bring a wealth of skills to our team. Your excellent attention to detail ensures that all financial matters are handled accurately and efficiently. Your experience with Excel spreadsheets enables you to manage data effectively. Your ability to work independently means you can take initiative when needed, while your confidence in communication allows you to liaise effectively with staff, suppliers, and clients.

• Excellent attention to detail is essential for this role
• Experience with Excel spreadsheets is a must-have skill
• Ability to work independently using own initiative is required
• Confidence in communicating with staff, suppliers & clients both by phone, e-mail & in person is necessary
• Experience of SAP would be preferable but not essential for the right candidate

What sets this company apart:

This company prides itself on its commitment to excellence and quality. As a leading player in the luxury industry, they offer an environment where innovation thrives and success is recognised. They believe in nurturing talent from within, providing opportunities for growth and development. Their supportive team culture encourages collaboration and mutual respect, making it a truly great place to work.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates